What to expect at NVHS
Absent - whole day
An absent text will be sent through SMS Messaging, and a reply can be sent to explain why your student is absent. This method can only be used on the day of the student’s absence after the text is received.
*Please note: This number is a computer-generated number which changes randomly so cannot be saved and used on a daily basis as a means of communication.
To explain the absence:
1. Phone (02) 4329 3780 or email nararavaly-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au before 10am on the day of absence with an explanation.
2. Reply to absent SMS message sent on the day.
3. Write a note explaining absence and hand into the front office. A Note to the Office
Arriving late
When your child is late to school after 8.15am, please send a note preferably on the day to explain why they are late, alternatively, phone or email the school with an explanation.
A student’s attendance at 8.15am is essential, this time is used to provide students important information regarding school activities and upcoming excursions etc. If the school hasn’t been contacted, an SMS will be sent to explain your student’s lateness.
A Note to the Office
Class - Period 1 to 5
Rolls are marked first thing every class, students will be marked in three ways:
1. Present
2. Late
3. Absent
A truancy report is monitored daily for late and absent students and followed up accordingly.
Parents/Carers can view attendance via the parent portal. For more information on the parent portal or to register, please click here.
Leaving early
A note needs to be provided on the day with students name, year, leaving time and reason clearly written. Upon arrival at school, students need to have this signed and approved by a Deputy Principal before roll call and handed into the office when leaving.
We understand on occasions, reasons for needing to leave early may arise, in this instance, please phone the school ASAP
A Note to the Office
*Please note: correspondence will be sent to parents where attendance is of concern, and these should be address immediately.