There is a very strong tradition of good attendance in Ballinkillen NS. The school is open to receive pupils after 9am every morning. Classes begin at 9.10 am .School closes for infants at 1.50 pm and for other children at 2.50 pm.
All children are expected to attend school daily. In promoting strong attendance, parents are asked not to withdraw children early from school unless in an emergency situation.
Notes are required for a child’s absence from school stating a reason for absence. If your child has to leave during school hours for an appointment, please contact your child’s teacher via Aladdin. We also record late arrivals and early departures via Aladdin. When collecting your child, please report to the Office first. This is for Child Protection and Health & Safety purposes.
Please note, in accordance with the Education Welfare Act 2000, we are obliged to make a report regarding absences several times a year. The Education Welfare Officer will be notified as a matter of procedure is a child is absent for more than twenty days in a school year or whose attendance is erratic.