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Camphill Primary School, Ballymena
We have 3 winners!!! Our Valentine's Quiz was a huge success, thank you to everyone who entered! A big congratulations to The McKendry family who received 1st prize winning a £250 Galgorm voucher. Well done to 2nd prize winners the Murphy family winning a £50 Grouse voucher and to 3rd prize winner Lola Kirk winning a £20 Corner Bakery voucher. Enjoy! | P6/P7 congratulations!! What a show! Over 700 pupils and families enjoyed a show this week that was nothing short of spectacular. Photos/videos will follow after half-term.  | P6 parents - please see information out via Parentmail on Weds. 4th Feb about the possibility of a SKI Trip in January 2027.  | P7 parents - Swimming (Block 2) starts on Monday 16th Feb - after Half-term - Block 2 payment should now be paid via Parentmail 'shop'.  | P7 parents - EA Portal for Year 8 applications is open - closing on Thursday 19th February at 12noon. All information can be found on Parentmail sent (20/1/26) and on the P7 class webpage. | Senior & Junior Choir 'Ballymena Festival' permission form - out via Parentmail on Monday 2nd Feb.  | Half- Term Holidays - School is closed from Monday 9th Feb - Fri 13th Feb (inclusive).  School will open again on Monday 16th February.  | World Book Day is coming on Thursday 5th March.... information out on Thursday 5th February (see NEWS below)
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Attendance - 'When to keep your child off school'- illness

 
 
 

'Attendance' - When do I need to keep my child off school? 

Is your child unwell - check out this guide to find out when your child should stay off school and when they can go back to school if they are well enough to do so.  

See - pictures to the right of this post (scrolling) 

 

Why Good Attendance Matters.......

  • Every school day builds learning - missing even a few days can impact progress
  • Friendships and routines thrive with regular attendance 
  • Confidence grows when children feel part of the school community 
  • Success starts with showing up - good attendance leads to better outcomes

Attendance % - what do they mean....

See - pictures to the right of this post (scrolling) 

How can you help

  • Establish a consistent morning routine
  • Avoid holidays during term-time
  • Book appointments outside of school hours
  • Talk positively about school
  • Contact us if you need support

 

 

 
11th Sep 2025
Please refer to these two documents if your child is unwell. 
 
 
 
 
10th Sep 2025
How does SCHOOL ATTENDANCE affect a child's learning?  See image attached. ...