A guardian never comes to see you in school. As a teacher, you will

Going to meet the absent guardian yourself, if possible, shows genuine concern and builds a home-school partnership.

Ignoring the child punishes the innocent for the guardian's absence.

Writing a letter is a weaker step that may go unanswered.

Punishing the child is unjust and counterproductive.

Home-school collaboration strongly supports a child's progress.

A teacher's initiative can bridge the gap a busy guardian leaves.