With a lot of winter illness around it is essential to inform the school when your student is away.

This also includes appointments during school time.  If necessary, to collect your student during the day for an appointment please notify the school office in advance.  Ways you can contact us are: 

Email: absences@hillmorton.school.nz 

App: Skool Loop 

Tel: 03 338 5119 (Press 1 to leave a message on the Absence Line) 

Acceptable reasons for absence: 

• Illness 

• Family bereavement 

• Injury 

• Dental/medical appointment 

• Emergency 

For other absences such as holidays, family celebration, approval must be given by the Principal, in writing, in advance. Holidays are not a justified reason for absence. Information about absences can be found on the Ministry of Education website.