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Parental involvement in Bradford schools is making a difference.

There are three main strands of parental involvement in education

• Parents’ interest and involvement in their child’s learning and development
• Parents’ relationship with their child’s school
• Education for parents as part of life-long family learning

What are the benefits of Parental Involvement in Education?

For Children…

• When teachers and parents work together children tend to settle easily, enjoy school more, and develop a positive attitude and get better academic results
• Parents understand the value of what they do at home and are able to support their child’s learning
• The schools knows more about the child so can provide appropriately
• A family-friendly school encourages a child’s happiness and self-esteem
• Children, especially younger children, love it when their parents are actively involved in school

For Parents…

• Knowing how school works and being able to raise concerns easily and effectively with staff
• Becoming more confident when talking with staff and supporting
• Feeling reassured about your child’s happiness and safety
• Accessing learning, training and employment advice for yourself
• Contributing to school policies

For Schools…

• Schools gain valuable ideas and support from parents
• There is reduced absenteeism
• There are fewer problems with behaviour
• Issues which may arise can be dealt with quickly and positively
• The school’s work is supported at home and information is passed on more efficiently
• Parents doing courses helps children value education
• A family-friendly school is a happy place to work

Parents are children’s main educators – The most important influence on a child’s achievement is how they are supported at home.

Research confirms that the most important things parents can do with their children are:

• Ask for their ideas, chat and discuss with them – this can be about anything (football, friends, television, school etc)
• Provide opportunities and play with them and have fun
• Offer encouragement and love
• Ensure they get good food and enough sleep
• Taking an interest in their school – e.g. find out what they are learning and ask how you can help them and get involved at home