Category of Absence:
- Authorized Absence: Absences may generally be authorized for the following reasons:
- Illness
- Urgent family reasons (e.g., bereavement, critical illness of a parent or sibling)
- Participation in a public performance or event
- Scheduled appointments (e.g., medical, passport, visa)
- Hajj/Umrah
- Student having or suspected of having a communicable disease or infestation
- Unauthorized Absence: Absences will not be authorized in the following circumstances:
- No explanation is provided by the parent/guardian
- The explanation offered is deemed unsatisfactory
- Family holidays taken outside of the school calendar
General Guidelines for Parents:
- Advance Notification: Parents/guardians must inform the school office in writing for any planned absences as soon as possible.
- Verification of Absence: If a student is absent, parents/guardians must contact the school to verify the reason and dates of absence within 2 days.
- Illness Protocol: For illnesses lasting more than 3 days, a written application from the parents/guardians along with a medical certificate must be submitted on the first day of the student’s return.
- Documentation for Non-Illness Absences: For absences other than illness, a letter with appropriate documentation explaining the absence must be provided.
- Requesting Missed Work: Parents are expected to request missed work for absent days. However, according to policy, missed work will not be provided for unauthorized absences.
- Procedure for Authorized Absences: For authorized absences, the following procedures must be followed:
- Submit an application with proper supporting documents.
- Notify the school at least 3 days in advance.
- Collect work from school during specified times.
- Responsibility for Missed Work: Parents are responsible for fulfilling certain procedures, which may involve photocopying or directly copying from classmates’ notes after missed work is provided.
- Collection of Work: If a bag is sent to collect missed work, it must be submitted to the office by 8:00 AM sharp. Bags for students on authorized leave can be collected after dismissal.
- Make-Up Exams: The school maintains a strict policy regarding make-up exams.
- No make-up exams will be administered for unauthorized absences.
- Make-up exams will be offered for class tests only.
- Under no circumstances will make-up exams be allowed for half-yearly or final exams.
- For authorized absences, make-up exam dates and times will be communicated to parents.
- All make-up exams must be taken after dismissal time, requiring students to stay after school.
Cooperation Request: Parents/guardians are urged not to submit inappropriate requests for unauthorized leave. Your cooperation in adhering to these policies is greatly appreciated to ensure a smooth educational experience for all students.
The policies, payment amounts, discounts, terms, and other conditions outlined on this website are subject to change at the discretion of the school authority without prior individualized notification.