Attendance at Mount Maunganui Intermediate
Attendance Process – Mount Maunganui Intermediate
The wellbeing of our tamariki is at the heart of everything we do at Mount Maunganui Intermediate. Attendance is closely connected to a child’s sense of wellbeing and belonging, and is essential for their learning and achievement.
Why Good Attendance Matters:
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Helps students make and maintain friendships.
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Encourages participation in the range of activities we offer.
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Supports learning and growth alongside peers.
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Creates a sense of safety and belonging within the school whānau.
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Develops independence and resilience.
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Improves the chances of a positive future.
Attendance Monitoring Process
For All Students:
- In Week 4 and Week 8 of each term, an attendance letter will be generated through Edge and sent home with every child, outlining your child’s attendance.
- Following The Stepped Attendance Response (STAR) we will work through the following process.
| Attendance (Days Absent in Last Term) | Action |
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| 0-4 days | No action required |
| 5-9 days | Formal email and follow-up phone call from homeroom teacher |
| 10-14 days | Formal email requesting a face-to-face meeting with SLT |
| 15+ days | Formal email, face-to-face meeting with SLT, and escalation to multi-agency support |
This process aligns with the Ministry of Education’s expectations around school attendance and ensures we are actively supporting every child to be present, engaged, and thriving at school.
