Attendance Matters

Good attendance is essential for success at college. It plays a crucial role in shaping a student’s academic journey and future opportunities. Consistent attendance supports:

  • Academic and technical progress – Regular participation ensures students keep up with learning, understand course content, and achieve their qualifications.

  • Work experience opportunities – Employers value reliability. Poor attendance can affect placements and future references.

  • Enrichment participation – Being present allows students to engage in wider college life, build skills, and enjoy a fuller experience.

  • Bursary eligibility – Attendance is monitored closely and may impact access to financial support.

We expect all students to attend every timetabled session, including English and maths, tutorials, work experience, and enrichment activities. These sessions are not optional; they are a vital part of the Study Programme.

How you can help:
Please support us by encouraging punctuality and ensuring any absences are reported promptly. Working together, we can help every student make the most of their time at college and achieve their goals.

Absence Reporting

Please report student absence from college as soon as possible using the relevant campus Absence Reporting contacts:

Eastbourne Campus

Telephone: 030 300 38932

Email: Eastbourne.Absence@escg.ac.uk

Station Plaza, Ore Valley and ATC Campuses

Telephone: 030 300 38387

Email: Hastings.Absence@escg.ac.uk

Lewes Campus

Telephone: 030 300 38940

Email: Lewes.Absence@escg.ac.uk

For further information regarding reporting student absence click here https://www.escg.ac.uk/support/parent-support/reporting-absence/