Articles tagged with Attendance Management

Term 4 2025 School Attendance Hits Highest Rate Since 2022, Says Minister

4 weeks ago | 239 views

Associate Education Minister David Seymour announced that Term 4 2025 school attendance reached 57.3%, the highest since 2022, reflecting a steady increase due to government initiatives and parental involvement. Regional attendance was highest in Central and East Auckland at 62.5%, and the government is implementing Attendance Management Plans with escalating interventions for absences to further improve rates. Enhanced frontline attendance services, supported by $140 million funding in Budget 2025, aim to ensure consistent attendance, which is crucial for positive educational and life outcomes.

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New Education Bill Mandates Attendance Plans for Schools in 2023

3 months ago | 430 views

Associate Education Minister David Seymour is pleased with the passing of the Education Training Amendment Bill (No 2) at third reading, which mandates attendance management plans starting from Term 1 next year. The new STAR system, meaning Stepped Attendance Response, will provide escalating responses for declining attendance, with schools developing their own systems based on a standard framework. The government's focus on improving school attendance is showing positive results, with rising attendance rates and additional funding allocated to enhance attendance services and support students in returning to school.

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Improving School Attendance: ERO Report Shows Positive Trends Under Government

4 months ago | 521 views

Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes the Education Review Office's report on improved parent and student attitudes towards school attendance under the current Government. The report, based on a survey of 14,600 stakeholders, reveals a significant increase in school attendance rates since 2022. Schools and school leaders play a crucial role in setting clear expectations around attendance, with a focus on the importance of education for students' future success.

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