Attendance Policy
Attendance Policy
Why is Attendance Important?
The importance of regular and consistent attendance in schools cannot be underestimated. Students who attend school regularly are found to be academically more successful. Absenteeism hinders the progress of a child in school. Lessons are carried forward according to the teacher's planning, and missing portions can lead to a partial understanding of concepts taught in class.
Attendance and Parent Responsibility
Young children are completely dependent on their parents. If they are found to be irregular in attending school, the parents alone will be held accountable. Older children may skip classes without the knowledge of their parents. Irregularity in such cases will be reported to the parents by the school. We appreciate prompt remedial measures so that avoiding school does not become a habit. Older students are expected to be more responsible towards school.
Notifying School in Case of Absence
The security of your child is our main concern, and therefore it is imperative that any absence from school is notified to the Class Teacher. There are times when students may mislead their parents and go somewhere else, spending school hours in unknown company. This is a reason for concern, since they may be led astray and introduced to undesirable addictions. Vigilance in this area will be appreciated. Parents are encouraged to speak to their children about school, school requirements, activities and progress in class. Communicating with teachers through the School Almanac and regularly attending Parent-Teacher Meets can help parents obtain feedback about their child's progress.
Types of Absenteeism
01. Late to School
The school takes the absence of students from school on regular working days very seriously. We appreciate parental help in ensuring that all students reach school regularly and on time. Latecomers will not be allowed to enter school. Parents will be notified, and the student will be marked absent from school.
02. Permission for Absence
A written application seeking permission for absence from school must be submitted if students have an important family occasion. Preferably, family functions should be limited to weekends or school holidays. The holiday list is given to students at the beginning of the session.
03. Excused Absence
In case of illness, death or other unexpected circumstances, an application for absence should accompany the student on the day they rejoin school. A medical leave certificate from the doctor must be presented to substantiate medical leave.
04. Excessive Absence
A fair number of students are found to be regularly absent before or during examinations, school excursions, School Sports Day, picnics, etc. The school does not condone any absence in such cases. Students who are regular with their work are able to cope with the demands of their courses. Activities are a regular part of the school curriculum, and all students are expected to participate in them.
05. Home Schooling
Many self-driven students prefer to attend special classes during school hours. Parents are requested to ensure that such classes do not clash with school timings. Students found playing truant, either for pleasure or to attend other courses, are liable to be suspended or expelled from school.