Regularly attending school has a positive impact on children and young people - academically, socially and emotionally. Evidence shows that the students with the highest attendance throughout their time in school gain the best examination results. You can read more about why school attendance matters here.

Staff at the college are keen to work purposefully with parents and carers to ensure that all our pupils attend well. If you feel you need any support around your child's attendance, please do contact the college. 

To make an application for a child's leave of absence from the college during term time, please fill in the form below. Forms should be returned by email to attendance@cdcollege.uk or handed in at reception for the attention of the attendance officer.

Please note that, in line with Department for Education guidance, leave of absence will only be granted in exceptional circumstances. To view the college's most up to date attendance policy, please visit the policies page.