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Useful information and guidance for parents

Please find below some useful information and guidance on pupil's attendance and absence.

Is my child too ill for school? - Here is the NHS guidance on whether a child should be sent to school if they are unwell.

www.nhs.uk/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school

Government guidance on what parental responsibility is for attendance and how you can support your child's attendance.

www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/a-guide-for-parents-on-school-attendance.pdf

Guidance and support for parents whose child may be an emotionally-based school avoider

www.supportservicesforeducation.co.uk

Tips for how to support a pupils who is an emotionally based school avoider

www.teentips.co.uk/EBSA-Resource-for-Parents.pdf