50 Ways to Build Positive Relationships with Parents and Carers
Quick tips to help teachers establish a trusting partnership with parents.
October 19, 2020
50 Ways to Bond with Your Children Over Christmas
The run-up to the Christmas holidays can be stressful for all families, so it is important that we make sure we spend our quality time with our children wisely. This resource gives you some tips for nurturing that precious bond between you and your child/children.
October 19, 2020
Dr Weston Talks with Dr Darren Moore: School Attendance, Parental Engagement and Returning to School
In this podcast, Dr Weston talks to Dr Darren Moore about the possible causes of problematic school attendance, how schools can ease the return to school for young people and teachers, the purpose of homework and ways in which schools can better engage with parents.
August 9, 2020
The Importance of Conversation in Family Life
Family talk plays a critical role in children’s lives. It helps boost children’s self-esteem, confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing them to better understand their own emotions. Learn more about the key chats that every family should strive to have.
July 9, 2020
Holiday Manifesto
Sick of family arguments on holiday? Try out our holiday manifesto for size the next time you hit the road together! At the very least, it should prompt a good family discussion about what needs to happen for everyone to get along… bonnes vacances!
July 9, 2020
50 Questions to Encourage Family Chat
Try to develop your child’s voice at home in family talk and discussions. Help them to look at things from different perspectives, weigh things up and offer opinions. Teach them to take their turn and to listen to others.
July 9, 2020
50 Things Teachers Can Do to Drive Parental Engagement in Learning
Encouraging active parental engagement in learning can raise attainment and give children a greater chance of success. Here are our top tips for ensuring that your parents get involved!
April 9, 2020
Dr Weston Talks with Dr Pooky Knightsmith: Returning to School Post Lockdown and School Avoidance
In this podcast, Dr Weston talks to Dr Pooky Knightsmith about nurturing children’s wellbeing in the run up to schools restarting after such a long break. They delve into boosting children’s sense of self-esteem through family conversation, the importance of digital hygiene and the issue of emotionally based school avoidance.
April 9, 2020
