This announcement contains important updates regarding our attendance procedure starting from 4th September 2024, including the discontinuation of the Studybugs service, the introduction of a dedicated absence line, new communication methods, daily notifications, and requirements for returning to school after an absence.
What do I do if my child is not well enough to come to school?
| Dedicated Absence Line: |
- All absences must be reported via our dedicated absence line 01375 400800 (Option 1) for years 7 -11, (Option 2) for 6th form students.
- Parents must state their child's full name, registration form, and reason for absence.
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| Reporting Time: |
- All absences must be reported before 8:00am on the day of absence.
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| Communication Method: |
- Emails for any form of absence (including appointments, lateness, and early departures) will not be accepted.
- Only phone calls will be accepted, and proof of appointment must be physically shown to the attendance team to authorise the absence.
- If medical evidence for an appointment is not shown to either the form tutor or the attendance office, pupils will not be allowed to leave the school site.
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| Daily Notification: |
- Parents must notify the school every day that their child is absent.
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| Appointment Notification: |
- The school must be notified 48 hours in advance of a child's appointment.
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| Medical Evidence: |
- Only pictures of medical evidence will be accepted via email at attendance@gablehall.com - Absences should not be reported through this email.
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Returning to School After an Absence
| Note Requirement: |
- Upon returning to school, all pupils must provide a signed and dated handwritten note explaining the reason for their absence.
- Even if a call was made to the school, a written note is still required.
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| Submission of Notes: |
- All notes must be submitted to the attendance office to ensure absences are properly coded.
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| Recording Absences: |
- Absences should not be recorded in the pupil's planner.
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| Medical Evidence: |
- Medical evidence can be provided to the attendance team to support the coding of the absence.
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