School - truancy

Research shows that children who attend school regularly are likely to be more successful. A pupil who misses a day of school a week misses an equivalent of two whole years in their school life. This obviously leads to gaps in their knowledge that become difficult to fill. A recent survey has indicated that more than 70% of children who did not attend school regularly admitted to committing at least one criminal offence.

Shropshire County Council Education Department - is trying to improve overall school attendance by working on initiatives with the police and other agencies. It is hoped to raise awareness of the problem to parents and carers, pupils, schools and communities/local businesses.

View further information.