Why is school attendance so important?
Every day at school is a chance to learn, discover your talents, and build your future. We want all our young people to realise their full potential – whatever that means for you as an individual. School staff are there to support you – that’s what they’re there for!
School isn’t just about exams and homework. It’s about building your future, your confidence, and the skills you’ll use for the rest of your life. Being in school helps you connect with friends, explore opportunities, and prepare for whatever comes next. Every day really does count!
Here’s just some of the things you can get from going to school:
- Develop skills for life, work, and whatever comes next.
- A space to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.
- Time with your friends - and chances to make new ones.
- Opportunities to celebrate wins - big or small.
- A boost to your confidence and resilience.
- A better understanding of the world around you, and the people in it.
Even if you’re not sure what you want to do yet - being in school helps keep doors open.
It’s important because it helps you develop and work towards your hopes and dreams - whatever they may be…
What other pupils in North Lanarkshire say they enjoy about school
“Meeting different people and learning new skills”
“I enjoy coming to school to see my friend.”
“The wide variety of different subjects you get to learn”
“I like all the extra opportunities - like school trips”
“I enjoy coming to school to see my friends. I like PE”
“I like being able to socialise with different people and football academy”
“Getting an education and being able to learn new things”
And when they miss a day?
“You’d miss being part of something together”
“You miss out on learning things that are important for your future”
“You’d miss out on learning and knowledge that is important for your future”
“You’d miss meeting different people and learning new skills”
“Miss out on being part of a community”
“Miss out on school trips or taking part in sports”
If you have any worries, you can get confidential help and advice from Childline anytime:
- www.childline.org.uk
- Freephone: 0800 1111