Event Brief
Record High of Pupils Missing School in England
Filed: Mar 26, 2026 at 11:15 AM ET
Summary: School absence rates in England rise, particularly among pupils with additional needs.
WHO: England's education authorities
WHAT: Record high of pupils missing more than half of school
WHEN: Mar 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET
WHERE: England
WHY: Absence rates have improved overall, but those with additional needs are affected more.
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