Newfield Park Primary Academy has achieved the Inclusive Attendance Bronze Award, recognising its commitment to embedding inclusive attendance practice and ensuring pupils and families receive the support they need to thrive.
The award was presented during a Trust-wide Inclusive Attendance Conference, held at the new Shireland Training Centre in Oldbury. The event brought together academy leaders and attendance teams from across the Trust to celebrate progress, share best practice and prepare for the next stage of the Inclusive Attendance Standard programme.
The Bronze Award recognises schools that have embedded effective systems, shared expectations and inclusive approaches that support positive attendance across the whole school community.
As part of the programme, Newfield Park Primary Academy reflected on its current practice and explored how its approaches can continue to evolve, ensuring staff have the knowledge and confidence to support pupils effectively.
The Academy’s work continues to build on its nurturing ethos, recognising that positive relationships, a strong sense of belonging and effective partnerships with families help children engage confidently with school life and their learning.
School Principal, Steve Payne, commented: “Every child deserves to come to school knowing they are valued, encouraged and able to be themselves. When children feel secure and connected, they are more likely to develop the confidence to ask questions, build friendships and embrace the experiences that help them grow.
“Supporting attendance is ultimately about supporting our pupils and their families. By taking the time to understand individual circumstances and responding with care, schools can help create the stability, trust and sense of belonging that enables every child to flourish.”
The Bronze Award is the first stage of the Inclusive Attendance Standard Programme and recognises schools that have demonstrated a clear commitment to inclusive attendance practice through professional development, reflection and implementation.
