Absence Reporting

Absence Reporting Procedure

On the first day of illness, we ask you to:

• Phone 01797 222545 option 1 by 08.30; or

• Email studentattendance@ryecollege.co.uk

• Use the online contact form on our website, selecting 'Student Absence' from the drop down options. 

You are also required to contact us on each day of absence if your child is unwell for several days and provide medical evidence or an appointment card on the fourth day of illness. If we have not received notification of absence, we will contact you.

The absence will be authorised once evidence is received. Without evidence, the absence is classified as unauthorised. 10 sessions of unauthorised absence in a 10-week period may result in a £60 Penalty Notice being issued.

Planned Absence

To apply for a planned absence from Rye College please download, complete and return the Application for a Planned Absence form.