Absence
Absence proceedure
If your child is going to be absent for any reason please phone school before 9:15 am. Failure to notify the school of any absence will be recorded as unauthorised.
Phone: 020 8688 7560
Email: rutherford@rutherfordschool.org.uk
We appreciate your support in helping to prevent the spread of illness.
Reasons to keep your child at home
Vomiting and/or Diarrhoea:
Any pupil who has vomiting or diarrhoea MUST remain at home for 48 hours after the LAST episode of vomiting or diarrhoea.
Raised Temperature:
Any pupil who has a raised temperature will need to remain at home until the temperature is back to what is normal for that pupil.
Antibiotics:
If a pupil is prescribed antibiotics, it is vital that the parents/carers discuss this with the school nursing team before the pupil returns to school.
COVID-19:
If a pupil tests positive or has symptoms of Covid-19, please keep your child at home and discuss with the school.
Please refer to our attendance policy for more information.