You must remember to call in on each and every morning of a student’s absence (01205 870693) or email on attendance@gilesacademy.co.uk, please remember to state the name of the student concerned and the nature of their absence. 

If your child has a medical condition or other reason which may affect their attendance, please contact their form tutor, Year Lead or our Attendance Manager so that we can provide as much help and support as necessary.

On return to school after absence you must bring an absence note to explain why you were not at school.  This must be signed by a parent/carer and should contain your name, class and the first day and last day of your absence.  Absence notes should be put in the mail box at Student Reception addressed to the Attendance Officer

Please arrange all routine medical and dental appointments during half term or after 2.30pm. We do understand that hospital and orthodontic appointments are subject to availability.

School Absence

We continue to receive applications for absence during term time despite the proven link between school non attendance and lower academic achievement.

As a school we continue to stress the importance of good school attendance. We realise that absence not only affects a student’s academic performance but also their social and wellbeing in school.