The School seeks to promote positive behaviour based on mutual respect between all members of the School community, of which good attendance is an important aspect .

Ryders Hayes aims to:

….nurture and facilitate the growth of our pupils and their learning; equipping them with the skills and attributes to embrace the challenges of a rapidly changing world. To enjoy success for today and be prepared for tomorrow, by instilling the values of: character, citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thibking.

Good attendance and punctuality are vital not only for success at Ryders Hayes School, but also to establish positive life habits for future learning and the world of work. This also minimises the risk of pupils displaying anti-social behaviour or becoming victims or perpetrators of crime or abuse. Regular, good attendance encourages children to build friendships and develop social groups; work together as a whole team; share ideas, and develop life skills. Pupils with poor attendance will inevitably miss out on essential learning and on events such as school visits. Children's social skills are also enhanced by good attendance.

At Ryders Hayes School we do not authorise any leave of absence (except in very exceptional circumstances) and parents are expected to complete a Leave of Absence Form in all instances.

Leave of absence is coded as ‘G’ and  reported to the Local Authority who may issue penalty notices.

If your child arrives late for any reason parents are required to sign in with our electronic signing in system. It is the responsibility of all our parents to ensure that this is completed and the child obtains the relevant mark.

Poor punctuatily and attendance are actively manged by our Attendance Team.