Attendance
The Rowan School's believe school attendance is a critical factor in a student's academic success and overall development. Consistent attendance ensures that students receive the full benefit of their educational experience, as it directly impacts their learning opportunities, academic performance, and social development.
First and foremost, regular attendance helps students stay engaged in lessons and stay on track with the curriculum. Missing school can result in gaps in knowledge, making it harder for students to catch up and understand new concepts.
In addition to academics, school attendance plays a vital role in fostering social skills and emotional well-being. Students who attend school regularly have more opportunities to interact with peers, form friendships, and participate in extracurricular activities. These experiences contribute to the development of teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills, which are important for both personal and professional growth.
In summary, school attendance is not just a matter of being physically present, it is a key to academic success, personal growth, and future opportunities. At the Rowan School's we believe in promoting regular attendance and this is a priority for students, parents, teachers, and policymakers to ensure that every student has the chance to reach their full potential.
Attendance Team
Head of Pastoral: Miss Nicola Clayton
Family Liaison & Attendance Officer: Mrs Claire Sanchez
Family Liaison & Attendance Officer: Mrs Natalie Drury
Policy
Attendance Support Plans
The Rowan School's use the following support plans in conjunction with Sefton Council's 'Attendance Toolkit'.
School Attendance Support Plan
Table of Days off
The information below shows how attendance can affect your child’s future progression.
Above 97%: Less than 6 days absence a year, Excellent attendance!
95%: 10 days absence a year. Pupils who take a 2 week holiday every year can only achieve 95% attendance.
90%: 19 days absence a year. The Government classes Young People in this group as “Persistent Absentees”.
Attendance on a Page
The Rowan Schools have adopted the Sefton Councils Attendance Toolkit in policy and practice. Please see below the Rowan School's Attendance on a Page' document to understand the actions taken with regards to attendance.
Additional Information
Please follow this link to find out more information regarding children's attendance at schools with Sefton Council.
Attendance and Children Missing in Education