As part of our MEA Way we share the government’s determination to raise levels of student attendance and achievement in order to ensure the best possible start in life for our children. Research consistently shows that students with the best attendance get the best grades. At MEA, one of our highest performing cohorts is always those students whose attendance is over 98%. The target for all students is a minimum of 98%.
1 day off a fortnight = 90%
2 days off a fortnight = 80%
3 days off a fortnight = 70%
4 days off a fortnight = 60%
The UK law states that regular attendance is a legal requirement and essential for pupils to achieve their best. The law states that parents/carers are responsible for ensuring their child accesses the educational opportunities available to them. By law, schools also have a duty of care and have to follow very strict regulations on attendance.
If your child is absent from school, you must report the absence before 8:30am by ringing the Absence Line above or the Academy on 0161 499 2726 and pressing 1. Please leave a message if your call is not answered. Every individual day of absence must be reported. A member of the Attendance Team may visit your home if we are unable to make contact with you via the telephone. The Attendance Team will explain what you are required to do for the absence to be authorised. The school will always work to support parents/carers where attendance is a concern.
Achievement is directly linked to attendance and punctuality. Students with high levels of attendance make better progress and achieve better in examinations.