Absences

Under Section 25 of the School Education Act 1999, parents are required to notify the Principal of the reason for their child’s absence as soon as possible or within three days of the first day of absence. The Principal may also request a certificate from a medical practitioner to support the reason for absence.

At Atwell Primary Independent Public School, parents are requested to advise the school either by replying to the Message You SMS (0437 410 334) or in writing, outlining the reason for their child’s absence. Please ensure the school is notified of your child’s absence within three days of the child’s first day of absence to meet with the requirements of the Education Act.

Parents of students wishing to go on family vacations during school term should advise the Principal or a Deputy Principal, in writing, if the vacation is 3 days or longer.

A significant amount of notice would be expected.

Every school day missed impacts your child’s education and results.

The following table shows the effect of absenteeism over time

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