We understand that from time to time, a student may be absent school. In this instance parents/carers are required to comply with their compulsory schooling obligation by providing a reasonable excuse for these absences.

We do however understand, in these COVID times, that students who are unwell are best to stay at home.

Current Foxwell students are of compulsory school age and are required to attend every school day, unless an alternate agreement has been entered into with the college. Under the law, parents/carers must make sure their child attends school on all school days unless there is a reasonable excuse, which is to be communicated with the college by following the relevant processes.

School absenteeism can impact significantly on students' learning and wellbeing.

Did you know that missing one day of school each week adds up to 2 months missed over a year?

Research shows that in Queensland, higher student attendance is associated, on average, with higher student achievement. Additionally, attending school every day helps children to build social and emotional skills such as communication, teamwork and resilience.

The Department of Education provides some good resources to support student attendance at school.

Regular school attendance (DOC, 304KB)

Anxiety about going to school (PDF, 291KB)

How can I get my teenager to go to school? (PDF, 863KB)

If your child is having persistent challenges attending school, please contact Deputy Principal Zana Schroeder zschr2@eq.edu.au  directly to discuss how best to support you and your child.