Absence

How to report an absence

Please contact the school on 01733 246700 or email absence@hamptongardens.org.uk before 8.00am to report a student's absence from school.

Select the student absence line option and inform the school of:

Your child's name
Your child's form group
Reason for absence - Please ensure you give specific details regarding reasons for absence e.g. if it is Covid related or not
When you expect them to return to school

Please note that you must contact the school on each day of absence.

Any student with a sickness absence of more than 4 days within a short period must provide a doctor's note.

Leave of Absence Requests

All leave of absence requests need to be submitted using the form available here. These need to be handed in at the main reception at least four weeks in advance of absence. If you require a hard copy of the leave of absence form this can be collected from the main reception or student reception.