Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School has high expectations when it comes to childrens attendance in school as we believe being in school provides children with the very best opportunity to be the best they can be.
We aim to encourage all children to achieve the best possible levels of attendance in order to take full advantage of the learning experiences available to them. The school will offer an environment in which children feel welcomed and valued. Our children are aware that their presence in school is important and they will be missed if they are absent or late.
Good attendance and punctuality is vital for pupils to achieve their full educational potential.
Did you know? Being 15 minutes late each day is the same as missing two weeks of school!
We encourage all children to have excellent attendance and punctuality at OLMC.
Regular school attendance brings enormous benefits to individual pupils, their families, schools and the community as a whole. Without regular attendance, levels of attainment suffer and opportunities are missed to obtain maximum benefit from education.
Persistent absence and lateness will affect a child’s achievement and progress in school. Comprehensive research shows that there is a direct link between a child’s level of school attendance and their level of school attainment.
As a parent it is your legal responsibility to ensure your child receives a suitable full-time education. It is your responsibility that your child attends school each day and is on time.
It is important to set the expectation of good attendance right from the beginning of school so children grow up with ‘good habits’.
If your child is absent from school, you must inform the school, by telephone, e-mail or by letter, giving a reason for the absence. Absences once reported are either authorised or unauthorised by the school.
Authorised absences would include time off for religious observance, medical appointments and genuine illness. Please note that the school has the right to ask for proof of medical appointments and confirmation from a medical professional.
Unauthorised absences would include time off for birthday treats, family days out, holidays ….
In a morning our gates open at 8:45am where a member of staff will welcome the children. These will close at 8:55am. School closes at 3:30pm.
This already complies with The Department for Education request for all schools to offer at least a 32.5-hour school week by September 2023.
A range of afterschool clubs are available for our children throughout the academic year. Please see the choices on the letters sent home.
Attendance Policy
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary, Doncaster
2 weeks ago
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Will you upload the video you did on the last day at the leavers assembly of them all starting in reception? X
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary, Doncaster
3 weeks ago
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we reach the end of another wonderful school year, I wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you for your continued support throughout the year.
When I look back over the past twelve months, there is so much to celebrate. We have witnessed fantastic sporting achievements, impressive academic successes, and countless moments of personal growth. More importantly, we have made wonderful memories together as a school family. From special events and celebrations to everyday moments of learning and laughter, our children have continued to make us proud.
Our school is much more than a place of learning; it is a community, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a fabulous one. The support, encouragement and kindness shown by our families help to make OLMC the special place that it is.
A huge thank you must go to the Friends of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Their contribution to school life is simply incredible. Not only do they work tirelessly to raise valuable funds that benefit all of our children, but they also bring so much joy, fun and community spirit to our school. We are truly grateful for everything they do.
I would also like to thank our wonderful staff. Their dedication, care and commitment to the children never go unnoticed. They work incredibly hard every day to ensure that every child feels valued, supported and challenged to be the very best they can be. I am privileged to work alongside such a talented and caring team.
On a personal note, I would like to thank you for the support you have shown me during my second year as Headteacher. Leading OLMC is a privilege that I never take for granted, and being part of such a wonderful school family means so much to me. Your kindness, encouragement and trust are greatly appreciated, and I look forward to continuing our journey together in the years ahead.
As we say goodbye for the summer, we also say a special farewell to our Year 6 children. They have been a truly wonderful year group and exceptional ambassadors for our school. They have represented OLMC with pride, kindness and determination, and we are incredibly proud of all they have achieved. We wish them every success and happiness as they begin the next exciting chapter of their education. They will always remain part of the OLMC family.
I hope that the summer holidays provide everyone with an opportunity to rest, relax and enjoy precious family time together. Please stay safe, make lots of happy memories, and take time to recharge over the six-week break.
We look forward to welcoming you all back in September, refreshed and ready for another exciting year.
With sincere thanks and best wishes,
Mrs Philippa Martin
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I want to thank sienna teacher for her amazing report x
Yesterday was fantastic. Thank you so much for a fantastic send off for year 6 x
Thankyou for everything 🥰 xx
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