Absence

We expect student to attend College every day that they have lessons, and attend their academic review appointments. They should be in College on time to attend all registration periods and be punctual for all lessons. In some very exceptional circumstances, as described below, absence will be authorised but students should not take holidays during term time, should seek medical appointments outside of College hours and parent should provide written explanations for any absences that their children may have,

• To care for other family members
  
• Birthdays
  
• To interpret for other family members
  
• No school uniform/shoes
  
• Bullying
  
• Weddings abroad - regardless of whether it is for immediate family members
  
• Family anniversaries
  
• Death of a pet
  
• Travel problems
  
• School refusal
  
• Parent/carer not able to take leave outside of term time
  
• Friendship problems
  
• Head lice
  
• Learning difficultes
  
• Family holiday