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Not going to school never did me any harm, why should my child bother?

Most parents want their child to achieve their full potential. Today it is more important than ever to have a good education. Children only get one chance at school, and your childs chances of a successful future may be affected by not attending school regularly. Research suggests that every 17 days missed from school may impact on an attainment grade.

If a child does not attend school regularly, they may not be able to keep up with school work. In a busy school day it can be difficult for teachers to find the extra time to help a child catch up.

School is not only about academic work; missing out on the social side of school life especially at primary school - can affect a childs ability to make and keep friends and work alongside people later in life.

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