Every day matters, every minute counts
Attending primary school regularly provides a wealth of social, health and academic benefits for children.
A pupil holding a sign that reads: "Going to school helps me achieve my very best."
The higher a pupil’s attendance, the more they are likely to learn and perform better in exams and formal assessments.
Primary schools also offer a range of extra-curricular activities to support children with their learning and help them to find something they are passionate about.
Pupils holding a sign that reads: "At school I have fun and I love hanging out with my friends."
Attending school provides opportunities for children to have fun, try new things, make friends, and socialise with pupils from different backgrounds and communities.
A pupil holding a sign that reads: "I get a free, healthy lunch every day at school."
All pupils in Tower Hamlets' primary and secondary schools get a fresh, healthy lunch for free.
Eating a healthy, nutritious meal has been shown to improve behaviour and academic achievements, whilst saving families an average of £550 per year, per child.
Get more support
If your child is struggling with attending school or for further help and support contact:
Early Help for a range of family support, advice and help for parents
Behaviour and Attendance Service for advice and guidance for schools and families on attendance to school:
Family Information Service for advice and information on a wider range of services available in Tower Hamlets to support families: