Attendance
Excellent attendance for all students is a priority at Wrenn.
The more time students spend in school, the more opportunities they have to learn, build friendships, develop confidence and achieve their potential. Research from the Department for Education shows a strong link between attendance and academic success. Students with attendance above 95% have almost double the likelihood of achieving a Grade 5 or in English and Maths GCSE compared to students whose attendance is between 90% and 95%. Missing just 10 days in Year 11 can halve a student's chances of achieving these key qualifications.
At Wrenn, we have high expectations for attendance because we know the difference it makes, not only to academic achievement but also to wellbeing, personal development and future opportunities. We understand that there can be genuine barriers to attendance, and our Attendance Team works closely with students, parents and carers to identify challenges early and provide support where it is needed.
Attendance is a shared responsibility between school, students and families. By working together and addressing concerns promptly, we can ensure that every student attends regularly, feels connected to school life and has the best possible opportunity to be happy, successful and thrive at Wrenn.
How do I report an Absence?
To report an illness, please email absence@wrennschool.org.uk or phone the main reception 01933 222039
To request a future absence for your child, please use the online forms via the relevant links below,
Non-Medical Request for Student Absence
Medical/Dental Appointment Request for Student Absence
Who can I contact about my child’s attendance?
Please contact Mr Rowan (Doddington Road) or Miss Richards (London Road) with any concerns about your child’s attendance.
| Adrian Rowan | Starr Clugston | Alison Richards |
|---|---|---|
|
Attendance Lead (Y7 & Y8 Boys) |
Attendance Lead (Y8 Girls & Y9) |
KS4 Attendance Lead |
| 01933 222793 (413) | 01933 222793 (413) | 01933 222039 (328) |
| adrian.rowan@wrennschool.org.uk | starr.clugston@wrennschool.org.uk | alison.richards@wrennschool.org.uk |
When does the school day start?
Students are expected to be on-site by 8:40am for line-ups, before heading to registration. A student who misses registration is counted as absent for the whole morning, which can have a big impact on their attendance.
Why is attendance so important?
There is a large body of evidence showing that students who are persistently absent from school do not achieve the exam results they are capable of and are significantly more likely to be at risk in the wider community.
Who should I notify about a term time holiday?
Any request for term time holiday must be made to the Principal, Laura Parker (laura.parker@wrennschool.org.uk). If the school is not notified about a holiday beforehand, it must be recorded as unauthorised.
Why has a member of the attendance team visited me?
If a student hasn’t been in school for three days and we haven’t heard from you, we are a likely to visit. This is to check that everything is okay, and to discuss any support we can offer as the student returns to school.
For further detail please refer to our Pupil Attendance Policy, which is on our Policies page or refer to the North Northamptonshire Council website.
Why do I have an email from A Star Attendance?
This year our attendance team are using an Attendance Admin software package called A Star Attendance.
If your child's attendance does fall below 92% at any point within the school year you may receive an email from A Star Attendance with a subject of Student Attendance Letter. The email contains a link to open the Wrenn School letter, this is to allow the software to log the date/time the letter was read and to keep the contents of the letter secure.
Please be reassured that communications from A Star Attendance are real and genuine school communications. If you have any concerns regarding any A star Communications, please contact our Attendance Coordinator via katy.lloyd@wrennschool.org.uk