So what exactly does a Parent Council do?

• Parent Councils can help parents and carers to become more actively engaged and involved in their children’s learning and time at school.

• They are designed to make sure they represent their school and its interests effectively, building positive relationships between parents and staff.

• They make sure parents get the information they need in an accessible way and help ensure the school receives feedback on parents’ views.

• Work together with everyone involved in school life to support the school – this  includes parents, learners, teachers and the wider community.

• The Fundraising and Events Group (FREG) fundraise to provide additional equipment and resources for the children and young people in their school and  nursery.

• Consider ways parents can be involved in children’s learning e.g. open days,  transition events, stay and play sessions, family learning activities etc.

• Encourage parents to use their time, skills, knowledge and experience to support  learning in the curriculum and the wider community as well as extra-curricular activities and after-school clubs.

• Support the school when they ask for feedback on creating school policies.

• They get involved in the recruitment of new Headteachers and Depute Heads.

• Listen to what parents want the parent council to do, report back on activities and  inform parents how they can get involved.