During the compulsory school years (Prep to Age 17), your child must attend school every day during term time and remain there for the entire school day. The only exception is if they have been formally excused from daily attendance or are exempt from enrolment. (See Acceptable reasons for not attending school for more information.)
If you deliberately keep your child from attending school without reasonable cause, you are breaking the law and may be prosecuted.
When your child is enrolled at school, including Kindergarten, it is very important that they attend all classes. Children who go to school regularly have a greater feeling of belonging, and regular attendance allows them to develop their reading, writing and thinking skills. Research shows that children who go to school regularly are likely to stay at school longer.
Young people enrolled at college or TAFE should attend all classes, participate fully when involved in a work experience program, and make the most of the education and training opportunities available. Regular attendance enables effective learning, develops habits of commitment and dependability and opens doorways to future success.
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