Phoenix Academy follows the Public Health Agency Guidance around infection control in schools, and this defines whether schools should mark a pupil absence as ‘authorised’ or ‘unauthorised’.
It is therefore essential that parents/carers are aware of this guidance which can be found by clicking on the link below:
Infection Control In Schools Public Health Agency Guidance
Phoenix Academy request that all pupil absences are reported directly to the school office on 01922 712834, together with a reason for the absence. If a pupil is absent from school for a longer period of time than would normally be expected, then a GP appointment is advised, with evidence being provided to the school office.
Medical appointments should also be reported directly to the school office with the appointment letter being seen by staff and copied for our records. If evidence of appointments are not provided, then there is the risk that an unauthorised mark may be given.
