As reported in the local press this week some pupils at a Southampton infant school have discovered some extra benefits in getting a good attendance record at the end of the year - a free curry. Nine pupils from Glenfield Infant School in Bitterne enjoyed a spicy curry dinner at a local city restaurant after their names were picked out of an end of term school draw. Head teacher Joanne Dorricott set up the scheme and was quoted as saying it was "motivational" and "not bribery".
The move has drawn some critisism from certain quarters especially from the teachers' union NASUWT branded the move as "absurd".
The lucky pupils were unaware they had been entered for the draw until their parents received a letter from the school on Monday asking for permission to treat them the following day. A spokesperson from Southampton City Council said in a statement: "We are always looking at ways to maximise attendance in our schools and engaging with parents is key to this. Schools are able to decide for themselves which initiatives suit them best and will deliver the greatest benefits."
Seems like the silly season is with us early this year .....
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