Your Child's Attendance QuestionnaireNorfolk County Council is reviewing school attendance across Norfolk and looking at ways to support both families and schools to help children flourish by going to school regularly...  We would like to hear from as many parents and carers in Norfolk as possible to understand their views on school attendance

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Some pupils face greater barriers to school attendance than their peers... {"markup":"","blocks":{"contentData":[],"settingsData":[]}} Dive Deeper Reasons For School Attendance Issues Neurodivergent young people may find attending school every day more difficult than their peers... Reasons For School Attendance Issues Communication With School It's important to explore issues your child is facing and communicate any problems with the school

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{"markup":"\n\n\n\n\n\nIf your child is feeling worried about going to school, or you are struggling with their attendance here are some tips to work through together

You might notice your child: Having outbursts of anger or being upset Finding sleeping difficult Withdrawing from other people Having more headaches or tummy pains - or other physical health issues Struggling with school - such as attendance or keeping up with work Refusing to follow instructions

  Attendance Policy - It is a statutory duty for parents to ensure that children attend school. According to law, schools must record and publish their daily attendance registers with the appropriate authorities. The attendance policy sets out what is considered authorised, and unauthorised absence, and the consequences of missing school regularly

You could also speak to the pastoral lead, attendance team or the school’s SENDCo (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Coordinator)