Community and Home Partnership
Standard H1 (Core). Effective communication fosters a productive home school partnership & positive learning community.
EXCEEDED
Survey reports 2023 and 2024 show that parents and staff find effective communication between school and home as extremely important and that they are satisfied with the ways the school communicates with them effectively. The school opens various channels of communications with parents and the community, such as through the use of WhatsApp messaging, SIMS app messaging, ManageBac, Toddle, phone calls to school's reception or to supervisors, or by email to info@apgschool.com. Parents council represents the school community in communicating with the school about their concerns and suggestions for improvement of school life. Open days and virtual meetings with parents add to the venues where the community and home partnerships are forged with mutual benefits. H1
Domain Summary
What are we doing well?
Parents and staff are very satisfied with how the school communicates with them technological communication channels.
The Open Day with parents serves as a valuable communication channel, fostering direct engagement and feedback between the school and families.Â
We use multiple communication channels, such as WhatsApp, SIMS app, ManageBac, Toddle, phone calls, and email.
The Parents Council effectively shares concerns and suggestions from the community with the school.
What recent improvements have taken place in this domain?
Toddle is now used in the PYP to improve communication between teachers, parents, and students.
We have added virtual meetings to help parents connect with the school.
We are always working to improve our communication methods to be more inclusive and accessible.
What are our plans for further development?
Review and find new ways for parents to support learning at home.
Continue improving communication tools to meet the needs of families.
Increase opportunities for feedback through surveys, meetings, and informal channels.