Parents
Parents/Carers-What you can do
As parents you know your child best and have the greatest influence
Ensure that your child attends school every day possible.
Provide a positive environment for studying (comfortable/well lit/desk etc)
Regular study is essential so your child should be revising each night.
Check your child’s school planner/homework diary. This is also a record of work for your child as well as a record of homework due. Use it to discuss specific topic areas and to check that they are meeting deadlines.
A great offer of help is to helpthe studying process by asking questions about your child’s learning.
Be supportive of the pressure and possible stress that your child may feel-talk to them.
Contact your child’s pupil support teacher if you have any concerns about your child’s learning.
Ensure that your child has one evening a week away from studies.
It is also important that your child takes regular breaks during their study periods.
Encourage your child to manage their time effectively. Discuss and help them plan their study timetable. Examples of a study timetable will be given.
Be aware of social media. Is time being spent studying or on Facebook/Twitter? Make sure your child is using the internet to study and not to give the appearance of study!
Stay positive and stay calm! Help them to keep things in perspective.