St. Michael's National School, Cootehill, Co. Cavan

'Attendance Awareness Month' - November

28th Nov 2025

We had an extremely successful ‘Attendance Awareness Month’ this November.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our parents/guardians for your support during the Attendance Awareness Month. Thanks to your efforts, our attendance numbers showed a significant improvement compared to this time last year. We truly appreciate the commitment you continue to show toward ensuring your children are present, engaged, and ready to learn each day.

Last year, in November 2024, our school accumulated 336 absences and averaged 91.5% attendance.
This November, thanks to your commitment, we saw a massive improvement—with absences reduced to 192 and our attendance rising to an impressive 95%.

This is a fantastic achievement, and it reflects the dedication of our parents, guardians, and pupils. Thank you for helping us make attendance a priority!

Let’s carry this fantastic momentum into December! Our festive December Calendar of Events is packed with fun, celebration, and seasonal cheer, so we encourage everyone to maintain great attendance to ensure the children don’t miss out.