Policy and other Information

The school follows LEA guidelines with regard to the exclusion of pupils.

COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE

Buckinghamshire County Council is required to set up arrangements for the consideration and disposal of any complaints by parents related to the curriculum or religious worship. Such complaints should be addressed in the first instance to the Governing Body of the school, who will inform parents of the correct procedure.

ABSENCE

In line with DfES regulations we require a note of explanation from parents whenever a child is absent from school. Parents wishing to take their child/ren out of school for any reason other than medical ones should complete a Leave of Absence form at least four weeks beforehand. These forms are available from the school office. Leave of Absence is granted up to a total of 10 days within an academic year. All unexplained absences and leave of absence in excess of 10 days are counted as unauthorised.

Children who arrive late at school are recorded in the registers. Any persistent lateness will be followed up by the Education Authority. See Appendix B.

POLICY DOCUMENTS

A full range of documents relevant to the school and its educational provision are held in school. General information is communicated to all parents but if they wish to avail themselves of more detailed information, they should contact the Headteacher. Contact Details

CHARGING AND REMISSIONS POLICY

1. The school will invite parents to make a voluntary contribution for certain activities during school time. Children gain much from relevant first-hand experiences and the benefits are enormous. It is necessary to ask for voluntary contributions if the activity is to take place. There is no obligation on parents to contribute and pupils will not be treated differently if they decline. However, the Governing Body and Headteacher wish to make it clear that, unless contributions are forthcoming, the activity may have to be cancelled. Where there are genuine circumstances of financial hardship, please contact the Headteacher.

2. The school will continue to charge for activities outside school hours. If there is a special case for full or partial remission of any charges, this should be referred to the Headteacher.

3. Parents may be asked to provide ingredients or materials for articles produced in school for consumption or use.

4. Parents will be charged for any lost reading or library books.

5. Parents may be charged for any breakages and damage which occur as a direct result of their child's negligence or misbehaviour.

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