Attendance

It's all about belonging...

At Arden, we believe that every child deserves to be fully immersed in the joy, learning and community spirit that makes our school so special. Regular attendance isn't just about policy and procedure; it's the foundation of success and the key to unlocking your child's full potential.

When your child is here, on time, every day, they don't miss out on those vital 'lightbulb' moments in the classroom, or the exciting, memory-making experiences we plan. Simply put: being present makes all the difference.

Our shared goal: 96% attendance!

We are working together, as a whole community, to achieve an overall attendance rate of 96% for all our children - and we are making great strides to achieve this! We have a clear focus on supporting all children and are very proud that our cohesive approach has led improved attendance outcomes right across school. However, to be the very best school we can be, we need everyone's help to reach our 96% target.

Making attendance brilliant: our initiatives

We want coming to school to be a genuine joy! We have recently launched several exciting initiatives to celebrate attendance and keep on building a fantastic school culture:

Magic Moments: Our brand-new weekly surprises are designed to bring joy, excitement and a little extra sparkle to our days, making sure children have a special reason to be in school on time every day. You never know on what day of the week our Magic Moment will happen...so being here on time, every time, ensures children don't miss out!
Attendance Heroes: We have appointed a committee of Attendance Heroes, who are working hard to gather ideas and plan special events. They ensure that children have a direct say in what makes attending school brilliant and exciting.
Pastoral Support: We pride ourselves on the strength of our pastoral team, who work hand-in-hand with families to address any barriers to good attendance. We are here to support you!
Walking Bus: We are exploring the setup of a Walking Bus to make the journey to school safe, fun and reliable for more of our children.

Our Attendance Lead, Mrs. Lydia Bradbury, works rigorously alongside our pastoral team to monitor attendance and provide responsive, consistent support.