Attendance Archives - Education North Tyneside

Eyes on the Horizon – Headteacher conference 2026

Friday 6th March will see the return of our Education North Tyneside Headteacher conference. An exciting day for Headteachers, deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers and colleagues who aspire to these roles. This year’s theme is called ‘Eyes on the Horizon’, as we look ahead to the future of Education. “Schools and trusts stand at a…

Developing a whole school approach to improving attendance

This course helps school leaders and staff build a clear plan to improve attendance across the whole school. It shows how leadership and culture shape the way people think about attendance, and how every adult can take part in the effort. You will learn to set fair policies, use data to spot early warning signs,…

Navigating the Return: Improving School Attendance for Children with Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance

For many children, school is a place of learning, growth, and social connection. But for some, the thought of attending school can trigger intense emotional distress, leading to what is known as Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA). This isn’t about truancy or defiance; it’s a complex issue rooted in anxiety, fear, and other emotional challenges…