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Supporting pupils who are missing some school


Graduated approach

To support all pupils with their attendance schools should:

  • be curious and concerned about changes to attendance
  • make reasonable adjustments to policies and procedures
  • work in partnership with families, so that schools have a sense of school belonging

Some pupils may need enhanced adaptations and support which may:

  • include time specific, targeted interventions, including a personalised stepped support plan
  • require support from external agencies

A small number of pupils may need specialist attendance support, such as:

  • multi-agency support
  • support outlined in an education, health and care (EHC) plan, or via Section 19.
Graphic demonstrating the graduated approach.