100% Attendance Project

Everyone in school 100% of the time for the first 10 days in September!

 

This year the federation will be taking part in the 100% Attendance Project, which will focus on supporting children to attend school every day in the first 10 days of term.

 

Why attendance is so important in the first 10 days of the academic year?

1. Early Attendance Sets the Tone for the Year

Children who attend school every day in the first week are significantly more likely to maintain good attendance throughout the term. This early pattern helps establish routines, builds confidence, and fosters a sense of belonging.

 

2. Progress is Strongly Linked to Attendance

Children with 95–100% attendance are 1.3 times more likely to meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2 compared to those with lower attendance. Missing even a few days early in the year can limit achievement.

 

3. Less Than 100% Attendance in the First Two Weeks Increases Risk of Persistent Absence

Children who miss days in the first fortnight are more likely to become persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions across the year).

4. Social and Emotional Impact

The first two weeks are critical for forming friendships, understanding classroom expectations, and building trust with staff. Pupils who miss this period may feel disconnected, increasing anxiety and reducing ability to learn.

 

Our project: Working Together. 

The aim of this project is simple:  

To help your child achieve 100% attendance in the first 10 days of next term

We will:

•  if needed, work closely with you to understand any barriers to attendance.

• offer support where needed (for example, around routines or transitions).
• celebrate children’s successes
• make sure your child feels welcomed, confident and ready to learn.

 

Some parts of the project will involve the whole federation whilst other parts will focus on children whose attendance is lower than we would like. If your child is identified is one of the focus children, we will be writing to you, to invite you and your child to an attendance discussion.