This article has been brought to you by Slough Borough Council's Early Years Advisory Teacher, Karen Loft for the attention of all schools.
The Department for Education (DfE) has implemented significant updates to school attendance guidance, aimed at enhancing student engagement and reducing absenteeism. The new guidance titled ‘Working together to improve school attendance’ came into force on 19th August 2024.
Working together to improve school attendance - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)