Parents/Carers can report same-day absences by telephoning school office on telephone number 0191 4877638. Absence should be reported by 8.30am each day. For any extended or future day absences, parents should complete a Leave of Absence form available on school website.
All absences will be recorded as authorised or unauthorised. Absence can only be authorised by the school and cannot be authorised by parents. All absences will be treated as unauthorised unless a satisfactory explanation for the student’s absence has been received.
Illness – Absence due to illness will usually be authorised unless the school has a genuine concern about the authenticity of the illness. For pupils with complex or long-term health needs, schools may request parents/carers provide medical evidence to better understand the student’s needs and identify appropriate supports / reasonable adjustments.
Medical/Dental Appointments – Parents/Carers are advised to schedule medical and dental appointments outside of school hours whenever possible. If appointments must occur during the school day, students are expected to attend school before and after their appointment. Parents/Carers may wish to provide a copy of appointment cards/letter. Students will not be granted permission to leave school site unless they have a note from their parent/carer and the note has been authorised by Head of House/Head of Year. Students will only be allowed to leave school site with an adult who is named as a contact on their student record.
