We are aware of the critical role that attendance plays in your son or daughter’s academic success and overall wellbeing and therefore we have made some changes to our attendance system for 2024.
From 2024, we will require all students to have an attendance rate of 85% or more to participate in the school’s co-curricular activities. This rule includes camps, sporting events, balls, and house events. The threshold of 85% ensures students are actively engaged in their academic learning while also enjoying the enriching opportunities the school provides.
We understand that there may be exceptional circumstances that lead to attendance falling below the threshold. In such cases, students will be required to seek permission from one of the Associate Headmasters (Mr Hardman or Mrs Miller) for permission to attend any co-curricular activities that they wish to be involved in. This additional step allows us to consider individual circumstances and make informed decisions that prioritise the student’s academic progress and participation in co-curricular events.
In addition to the above, all parents will now be notified of all absences of their son or daughter each school day. We ask that upon receipt of the notification you advise the school via the St Paul’s phone app or by emailing absences@stpauls.school.nz as to the reason your son or daughter is absent. Notifications will be made in the morning and again at the end of the day to capture all periods of absence. This proactive approach is designed to keep you informed about your son/daughter’s attendance and to afford you the opportunity to address any issues promptly. Please note you can view the attendance details of your son or daughter at any time through the parental portal. Any unexplained absences that are still outstanding after seven days will be changed to Truant on our system and relevant discipline pathways for truancy will be implemented.
While we are excited about these changes, we acknowledge that there may be some initial challenges as we roll out the new system. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the transition period. If you encounter any issues with the notifications or have concerns about your son/daughter’s attendance record please reach out to your son/daughter’s Housemaster in the first instance.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your son or daughter’s education and success. We appreciate your cooperation in reinforcing the value of regular attendance as it contributes to not only the student’s academic success but also their holistic development.
