66%
Due to lots of medical appts (didn’t think these were counted towards attendance?)
Frequent illness (severe gynae issues possible endometriosis?, Viral illness with very high fevers, one episode of d and v (lasted a week) and time off after a minor injury
Ive sent proof of everything as requested but now school want a meeting I can’t get more time off so explained it has to be a phone call as well but they’ve said I’m not engaging so they have to involve the LA? Can they do that ?
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Schoolstress14 · 25/03/2024 12:00
Stichintime · 25/03/2024 12:05
Yes, of course they can. Your child's attendance is very low and the LAs attendance officers should already be aware of them. Will they accept a video call?
Octavia64 · 25/03/2024 12:15
They can involve the LA but if your DD is ill (and she clearly is) and you can evidence that (and you can) there are limits to what they can do.
Rachel1509 · 25/03/2024 12:15
66% is ridiculously low! The local authority are most likely already very aware.
It means she’s missed approx 82 days or 412 hours of learning so far this year. I would say it’s in your best interests to start engaging.
4timesthefun · 25/03/2024 12:23
I had similar gynae issues and my GP just prescribed the pill when I was 13. I needed to take 3-4 packets back to back to minimise my periods through the year and the disruption to my education and life. I know it might not be want you want to hear, but I’d 100% be cutting down the periods until she is engaged with specialist management. That kind of impact is way too much on her life.
CaptainMyCaptain · 25/03/2024 14:08
Isn't it possible that the meeting is to discuss ways of helping your daughter in school and how to reduce absences this way. Why rush to the worst conclusion?
I don't know how home schooling will be possible if you haven't got time for a meeting.
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PutASpellOnYou · 25/03/2024 12:14
It's to put the fear of God into you, they're good at that.
It's laughable when so many teachers are always off sick.
I would tell them you don't have time for their silly games as in making you feel a failure for doing the right thing and arranging medical appointments. You've sent them the information they need, they can do what they want with it.
ClarabelleRose · 25/03/2024 14:26
I really, really feel for you. DD1’s attendance has been really low due to similar issues. They are as rare as hen teeth, but I would strongly recommend finding a paediatric gynaecologist. I can PM you details of the consultant we have, but it obviously depends where you are in the country.
I see your daughter also has a history of migraines - same as mine. There are other options for the pill available, such as the mini pill (mine takes this, plus has the implant fitted). People often dismiss DD’s illness/health, but it is so debilitating for her. Devastating. It’s such a worry, I know.
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