At Macaulay Primary Academy, we are committed to working with parents and carers to ensure that all children enjoy coming to school and have every opportunity to succeed. Attendance is a top priority for us, and we aim to have all pupils in school every day.
We understand that there may be times when your child is unwell and needs to stay at home. However, we are always here to support you in overcoming any barriers to regular attendance. By working together, we can ensure that your child has the best chance to thrive, achieve their full potential, and enjoy a consistent learning experience.
Our Senior Leadership Team closely monitors attendance and punctuality across the Academy. If you have any questions or need support regarding your child’s attendance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us by phone at 01472 503350 or via email at info@mpacademy.org.uk.
Let’s work together to make every school day count!
The start times are as follows:
Nursery –
Foundation and Key Stage 1 – Gates open at 8.40am and register taken at 8.55am
Key Stage 2 – Gates open at 8.45am and register taken at 8.55am
Academy Rewards
Celebrating Good Attendance and Punctuality at Macaulay Primary Academy
At Macaulay Primary Academy, we recognise the importance of good attendance and punctuality in ensuring that children achieve their full potential. To encourage and celebrate excellent attendance, we reward our pupils in the following ways:
- Perfect Attendance Challenge: Each day a class achieves 100% attendance, they will earn a letter to spell out the words ‘Macaulay Primary Academy’. Once all the letters are collected, the class will celebrate their achievement with a special treat.
- Weekly Recognition: During our celebration assembly, we highlight the classes with the best attendance and punctuality in each key stage. The class with the highest weekly attendance will receive a treat to celebrate their success.
- Termly Certificates: Individual certificates are awarded to children who achieve 100% attendance each term.
- Attendance Raffles: Pupils with over 96% attendance each term will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a prize.
- Annual Awards: Children who achieve 100% attendance for the entire school year will receive a special celebratory reward to recognize their exceptional dedication.
We believe in rewarding effort and commitment, and we are proud to celebrate the achievements of our pupils in fostering a culture of regular attendance and punctuality.
Academy Target 96%
Whole school attendance 94.1%
Non-attendance is authorised if:
At Macaulay Primary Academy, we understand that there are times when your child may need to miss school. Absences will be authorised only in the following circumstances:
- Illness: Your child is too unwell to attend school, and you provide a note or appointment card from a Doctor or Healthcare professional.
- Medical Appointments: Your child has a medical appointment that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours (please provide the appointment card to the school office).
- Exceptional Circumstances: There is an exceptional reason for the absence, and you have obtained prior permission from the school.
If your child is absent, please inform the academy by telephoning the school office before 9:00am on the first day of absence. This helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils and maintain accurate attendance records.
Thank you for your cooperation in supporting your child’s education.
What happens if my child’s attendance is not good?
At Macaulay Primary Academy, attendance records are monitored daily. If your child is absent, and we have not been informed of the reason, the school will contact you to establish why they are not in attendance.
If your child is not attending school without a valid reason, you will be invited to meet with us to discuss the matter. Our goal is to work together to understand and address any challenges you may be facing, ensuring that your child can return to school regularly and benefit from their education.
Who can help me if I am having problems getting my child to school?
- Mrs Bown – Attendance & Welfare Officer and Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Mr Herrick – Head of Academy and Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Mrs Benson – Safeguarding Team Member
- Your child’s class teacher.
At Macaulay Primary Academy, we understand that there may be times when getting your child to school regularly can feel challenging. Whether you’re facing difficulties with routines, transport, or other personal circumstances, please know that we are here to help.
Our team is committed to working with families to overcome barriers to attendance. We can offer:
- Practical Advice: Guidance on establishing effective morning routines or addressing common attendance challenges.
- Personalised Support: One-on-one meetings to discuss your situation and develop strategies tailored to your needs.
- Resources: Information about additional services or organizations that may be able to provide further assistance.
- Flexible Communication: We can work with you to identify solutions that fit your family’s circumstances, ensuring your child can attend school regularly and thrive.
If you are struggling or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact us by phone at 01472 503350 or email us at info@mpacademy.org.uk. Together, we can ensure that your child has the best opportunity to succeed at school.