Attendance at TTS

At The Terrace School, we want every student to feel a strong sense of belonging and to have the best possible start in their learning. You may have heard about the government's new goal to have 80% of students attending school regularly (attending more than 90% of the time).

It sounds like a big number, but it’s all about the "every day matters" mindset. Did you know that missing just one week of school each term adds up to missing a full year of learning by the time a child turns 16? Regular attendance isn't just about good test scores; it’s about social connections, confidence, and wellbeing.

Our 2026 Attendance Plan

To support our families, we’ve updated our Attendance Management Plan. We know that life happens—genuine illness, health needs, and bereavements are all times when staying home is the right (and justified) choice. Our plan is here to help when those absences start to stack up and potentially impact a student's progress.

How we’ll work together:

• Letting us know: If your child is away, please ring the office before 9:00 am.

• Checking in: If we haven’t heard from you, we’ll give you a call to make sure everything is okay and record the absence.

• Early Support: If we notice a student has missed more than 5 days in a term, we’ll reach out. Not to "clip tickets," but to see how we can help your family get back into a steady routine.

Track Progress on HERO

You can keep an eye on your child’s attendance anytime via the HERO app. Just click on your child’s photo, and the "attendance doughnut" will show you their current percentage at a glance.

You can read the full Terrace School Attendance Management Plan below.

Thank you for partnering with us to give your tamariki / children the best possible start!