Being in Partnership with the School

In my experience, when families are in strong and trusting relationship with the school, the child feels secure and happy that all are on board with them.

Suggestions for a strong relationship:

• Ensure that the class teacher knows who are the immediate members of your child’s extended family.

• Ensure that contact emergency numbers are accurate and updated when necessary.

•When significant events occur in your family, especially if this involves anxiety for the child, please inform your teacher.

•Ensure that the school knows when your child will be absent. You should phone the office to advise of your child’s absence and the office staff will notify the classroom teacher. This can also be done in advance, via a note to the teacher.

•Please ensure any envelopes sent to school are clearly marked with your child's name, class and subject.

•Talk to staff and ensure all your questions are answered. Staff will respond to emails. It is most important to ask the questions rather than build up anxiety about what you do not know.

•Assist your child with homework requirements. This of course, does not mean doing the homework yourself, but it may involve rearranging life after school to ensure they have enough time to do the work.

•Where possible connect your child’s learning to family events.

•There are several groups that operate within a school and if possible it is worth joining them.