For Parents
Attendance and Absences
Regular attendance is essential for student success.
Report an Absence
If your student is absent from school, please notify us on the morning of the absence using one of the following methods:
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baldivis.sc.attendance@education.wa.edu.au
Include student name, year
and reason for absence
When reporting an absence, please provide: Student name, year group, date of absence, and reason for absence. For ongoing or repeated illness, a medical certificate may be required.
Late Arrivals
Students are expected to arrive at school on time, ready for learning. If your student arrives late, the following procedures apply:
Ongoing lateness may be referred to Year Coordinators and can impact a student Good Standing.
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School Starts
8:30am
Students should arrive with enough time to get to their first class.
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Signing Out Early
All early departures must be processed through Student Services.
Students will receive an exit pass to show staff if required.
Early Departures
If your student needs to leave school early, please follow these steps:
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Provide a note or contact Student Services in advance where possible.
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Student signs out at Student Services before leaving.
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Student receives an exit pass to show staff or authorities if needed.
Why Attendance Matters
Research consistently shows a strong link between school attendance and student achievement. Every day at school counts towards your educational success.
90%
Attendance Target
Below 90% is considered at-risk for academic achievement.
7.4x
More Likely to Drop Out
Chronically absent students are 7.4x more likely to leave school early.
5+
Lessons Per Term
Missing 5+ lessons in a subject puts students at risk of lower results.
“Attendance and participation in class is the key to achievement of success. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to succeed at school.”
Tips for Maintaining Good Attendance
Attendance Support
We understand that sometimes attendance can be challenging. Our Student Services team is here to help if your family is experiencing difficulties.
Student Services
Our team can work with families to develop attendance improvement plans and provide support for students facing challenges.
Year Coordinators
Year Coordinators know their students well and can help address individual circumstances affecting attendance.
Attendance Officer
For specific attendance enquiries, our Attendance Officer can assist with records and absence explanations.