Support strategies

Off-rolling has hit the headlines and Ofsted will be watching out for schools that make it part of their practice. In this article, Richard Steward considers some of the issues relating to off-rolling in schools. Summary Accountability measures are a major force behind the increase in schools off-rolling.A child with challenging behaviour can disrupt the education of many others.Is a permanent exclusion a better outcome than a parent moving a child for a fresh start? The term ‘off-rolling’ has come to prominence only recently due to its use in the media, but the concept has been around for some time.…

What are the main issues for attendance officers today? What strategies can they use to address these? Victoria Franklin has been doing some research and consulting those on the front line. In this article, she shares concerns about the attendance of our youngest children. Summary The attendance of children in early years should be carefully monitored for safeguarding reasons. Information about the benefits of early years education should be shared with parents.Parents should be kept informed about their child’s attendance record. Working across all phases of education, I am often asked for advice about how to promote and support regular…

Establishing outstanding attendance can only be done with the support of your parents. In this article, Alex Colclough provides ideas for building relationships and practical steps you can take to form a successful partnership with them. Summary It’s important to spend time building trust and relationships.You should work closely with others in the school and with external support to build on the knowledge they have. Being accessible and visible can help to break down the barriers that can exist. A quick online search reveals the types of issues a school’s attendance officer may encounter on a daily basis when attempting…