Parents as Partners in Their Children's Learning: Toolkit

Parents get lots of encouragement from the school to take part in their children's learning - and there is evidence that they do take part
Schools and teachers keep parents informed of what their children will be learning in school so that they can discuss this with their children at home
Parents and staff tackle areas of difficulty and concern together
Schools provide specific fun activities for children and parents to do at home
Parents support their children's learning by helping with homework and making links with other areas of school work
Parents spend one-to-one time with their children and also enjoy shared family activities/visits
Parents and children know that everyone's contribution is valued
Children receive additional support from the individual attention they get from their parents
The ways of communicating with parents reflect the diversity of parents and their needs
There are open channels of communication so that parents feel comfortable talking to teachers and making them aware of how children's learning is being supported at home
Teachers discuss with parents and children the activities they undertake at home so that these can be incorporated into their learning in school.

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