Effective use of data: Strategic approaches to improving attendance
On 6 February, 2025, local authorities were invited to an event on ‘Strategic Approaches to Improving Attendance’. This event was aimed at those who have a strategic remit for improving attendance within local authorities.
The day included the following presentations which may be useful to anyone working in a local authority:
The National Context - Dr David Gregory, Interim Strategic Director, Education Scotland
Navigating the challenges of improving pupil attendance in Fife - Rona Weir, Education Manager, Fife Council
National Attendance Data - Gary Sutton, Analytical Unit Head, Scottish Government
Understanding Quality Management Systems to Support Attendance - Diana Beveridge, Children and Young Peoples Improvement Collaborative
Effective Use of Attendance Data and Strategic Implementation in Schools - Colin French, Development Officer, South Lanarkshire Council and Jacqui Finnigan, Depute Headteacher, Pupil Support, Head of S2, Duncanrig Secondary School, South Lanarkshire Council
