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The 1980 Education Act places a legal obligation upon parents to ensure that
their children attend school regularly and punctually.
On return to school after any absence parents are asked to provide the child
with a written note giving the reason for absence and dates involved.
If a pupil is absent for more than 2 consecutive days parents are asked to
inform the school by letter or telephone of the reasons for absence and the
likely date of return to school. An absence note on return should still be
provided.
The note should clearly state the name of the child, their Tutor Group, the
dates of the absence and a clear indication for the reason of absence. The
note has to be signed by a Parent or Carer.
If a pattern of unexplained absence develops or the attendance level becomes
unsatisfactory Stirling Council has the power to interview parents or refer the
matter to the Reporter to the Children’s Panel.
Parents are asked to make every effort to avoid family holidays during term time
as this can severely disrupt the child’s education and reduces learning time.
Parents should inform the school by letter, before going on holiday, of the
dates involved.
Pupils in Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Year will not be approved holidays from
December in any session until after the end of the SQA National Examination
period.
Holidays must not be arranged during this time. All holidays are recorded as
unauthorised absences in line with National guidelines.
Pupils must not leave the school during normal school hours, including morning
interval, unless with the authorisation of Senior Staff.
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