Why Attendance Matters…

At WH school, we believe that every day counts!

Regular attendance is essential for children to:

  • Achieve their best – lessons build on each other, and missing even a few days can make learning harder

  • Build friendships and confidence – children feel more connected when they attend consistently

  • Develop good habits for life – punctuality and commitment are important lifelong skills

  • Feel happy and secure – routine and consistency support children’s wellbeing

Every Day Makes a Difference

Even a small amount of absence can add up:

  • 95% attendance = nearly 2 weeks of learning missed in a year

  • 90% attendance = around 4 weeks missed

  • Below 90% is considered persistent absence

Missing school regularly can affect a child’s progress and confidence.

Working Together

We know there are times when absence is unavoidable, such as illness.
However, we ask families to:

  • Send children to school every day when they are well enough

  • Avoid taking holidays during term time

  • Inform the school promptly about any absence

By working together, we can give your child the best possible start in life.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

  • Supporting families to improve attendance

  • Helping children feel safe, happy and ready to learn

  • Celebrating and encouraging excellent attendance