Department of Education - Attendance Survey - for adults

Overview

This consultation relates to DE's new “Attendance Matters” strategy and issues associated with ensuring that children and young people attend school every day.   

Recent pupil absence statistics show almost 82,500 pupils are currently missing 10% or more of their school days.  There has been a significant increase in these figures since 2018/19, and this is a worrying trend that we should all be concerned about.

The Department’s updated attendance strategy reflects the importance of understanding why pupils are absent and the benefits of early intervention in strengthening our approach.  It seeks to highlight the impact of non-attendance and   identify ways to put effective measures in place. 

Why your views matter

The Department is interested in hearing your views regarding pupil attendance at school, along with the challenges that are faced in attending school.

We would like you to tell us about :

• how involved you or your family is in supporting pupil attendance
• your thoughts on the "Attendance Matters" strategy
• what you think needs to be done to help promote regular attendance at school