ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

In NSW students must attend school regularly. This means all children between the ages of six and fifteen are legally required to attend school. Attendance is recorded daily and a 'roll call' is usually conducted before the first lesson of the day begins.

For the benefit of all children, parents or carers should ensure their child attends school regularly. Any absence from school should be explained within seven days of the absence. Similarly, schools are required to inform parents promptly of any unexplained absences or suspected truancy.

Writing absence notes

If your child is absent, you need to write a note within seven days. If a note is not sent in, an unexplained absence is recorded in the Class Roll.

It must explain why your child missed school include how many days your child was away.
Remember to include the date or dates
Place this in your child’s school bag
Remind your child drop the note into the slot in the office

If your child is going to be away for more than three days please call the school to let their class teacher know. You will still need to write a note.

Click here to view the Hanwood Public School Absence Note Template

Late or Early Passes

If your child is late or is required to leave school before 3.30pm you must see the school administrative staff in the office and sign your child in or out. Your child will be given a pass to give to their class teacher.

What should I do if our family is going on holiday in school time?

If you can only arrange your family holiday during school time, you should inform the school principal in advance and request leave.

You can ask the school to provide work that can be completed while your child is absent. If the holiday is going to be two terms or longer we recommend students enrol in Hay School of The Air (Distance Education).

Infectious Diseases

Children who have infectious diseases should be excluded from school for a period of time.

To find out more about infectious diseases and exclusion periods please click here.