A Star Attendance Solutions’ Post

In 2021/22, 22.5% of pupils were recorded as persistently absent. This equates to around 1.6 million pupils. Some groups of pupils are more likely to be absent or persistently absent than others. For example, in 2021/22, 37.2% of free school meal eligible pupils were persistently absent compared with 17.5% of pupils that were not eligible. Persistent absence not only affects academic achievement but also hinders personal and social development. By implementing targeted interventions and support systems to ensure every student has equal access to education, we can tackle this issue head on. Collaboration between schools, government agencies, and community organisations is key to addressing this issue effectively. Let's work together to create a culture where every child can thrive and succeed in their educational journey. Get in touch to see how 'The A Star System' can support your school. #education #schools #studentsfirst #attendancematters #everychildmatters #everydaycounts

Why Are 1 in 5 Students Missing School in England? 🤔 New data reveals that a staggering 20% of students in England are persistently absent, with a mysterious spike in unauthorised absences classified as ‘other’. Many of these pupils may be unengaged learners who struggle with traditional classrooms. That’s why we’ve developed online resources, in collaboration with Australian experts in gifted education, to help UK educators re-engage these students. Raising awareness and providing targeted strategies could be crucial in reducing absenteeism and inspiring every learner 💡 Visit our website to browse our courses and get started: https://buff.ly/3XQr8V0 @educationgovuk, let's ensure no student is left behind. #EducationMatters #UnengagedLearners #ReduceAbsenteeism

Teachers are facing more challenges in 2024 to support their classrooms due to flat salaries and rising inflation costs. Our recent survey found that 83% of teachers are struggling to afford essential back-to-school supplies, up from 69% a year ago. View the findings, plus calls to actions for solutions, research from the National Education Association and more here: https://lnkd.in/gidxkVRr #teachers #backtoschool #education #equity

The government has stated that mainstream schools must be more inclusive and we couldn't agree more. We must create inclusive school environments where children and young people feel genuinely safe, supported and able to learn – and #teachers need the right tools and support to achieve this. An inclusive education system is a vital part of a successful society that allows children and young people to truly flourish and ultimately results in better outcomes for us all. We believe that nurture is the way to create this system. When schools do #nurture well, and pupils’ SEMH needs are identified and addressed, the effect is transformative. Attendance improves, exclusions reduce and behaviour and attainment is better. 🚀

the government has announced the immediate elimination of single headline Ofsted grades for schools. This reform aims to provide a clearer, more detailed picture of school performance, ensuring that parents receive a more accurate assessment of their children's education. #BridgetPhillipsonOfstedannouncement #educationreformintheUK #educationtransparencyforparents #Ofstedaccountabilityframework #Ofstedinspectionchanges #regionalimprovementteamsschools #schoolperformancegrades #schoolreportcardsUK #schoolstandardsimprovement #thxnews

Two thirds of the 10,000 respondents to yesterday’s Teacher Tapp poll acknowledged that their students’ pastoral needs are a barrier to learning. The need for strong, universal youth services to support the wellbeing of these young people, so that they can thrive both in and out of school, couldn’t be clearer. But at a local level, I would urge more colleges, schools, and youth workers to reach out to each other and be better together https://lnkd.in/efvqd9Dy #youthwork

Three in five schools rated ‘requires improvement’ last year had two or more ‘good’ or better sub-grades, suggesting some parents will see a more positive overall picture of their child’s school now that headline Ofsted grades have been scrapped. Read the full article: 👉https://ow.ly/5nPT50TfAxF #Education #Ofsted #Schools #Teachers

Schools have seen a sharp increase in the number of pupils with special educational needs, and the number of children on an Education, Health and Care plan – the highest tier of support for special educational needs – has risen by 60% since 2016. This increase is even more striking since there is evidence of schools and local authorities rationing support; 98% of appeals are successful at tribunals. Not unrelatedly, the rise in EHC plans has been faster among less disadvantaged families. For more details: https://bit.ly/3ybTlwN #SEND #YouthMentalHealth #EducationalSupport

🗓 It’s #InternationalYouthDay! Find out more about youth issues with our publication, School Matters. 🏫 School Matters is a Policy@Manchester publication bringing together expertise and research from the Manchester Institute of Education.   💡 Our academic experts assess how education policy can improve outcomes and attainment, explore how we can support children's wellbeing, and address the challenges facing schools.   🎒 School Matters provides evidence-based recommendations on some of the key issues facing educators, children and young people, emphasising the need for reflective practices, locally co-ordinated efforts and placing children's wellbeing at the forefront of policy interventions. 👉 Read School Matters here: https://lnkd.in/eSf4_ksh