Fear-based approaches can make anxiety worse and increase school avoidance.
Compassion, not consequences, creates safety and re-engagement.

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Every student deserves a school environment where they feel safe, supported, and capable. Without this foundation, attendance becomes a daily struggle for students who have barriers to education and learning.

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The attendance crisis hiding in plain sight: why 40% of Australian students are now chronically absent

Attendance rates have plummeted from 71% in 2019 to 59.8% in 2024. Illness, family holidays, and mental health are driving the trend, with disadvantaged students hit hardest.

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