Home School Agreement

We value the partnership between home and school, and encourage all parents to take an active part in the education of their children. Parents are very welcome to come into school to talk to staff, or look at their child’s work, although it is often more convenient if this is done by appointment.

HOMEWORK
Homework is given regularly to all children, the amount increasing as the children get older. It is always appropriate to the child’s level and ability. Please encourage your child by taking an active interest and provide somewhere quiet. Key Stage Two children should bring home their Home/School diary regularly with their Homework written down. Please check this and sign it each week.

PARENT INFORMATION
Up-to-date information is displayed on the notice boards and around school. Half-termly Newsletters are sent home with the children – please check that you receive them.

PARENT CONSULTATIONS
Although parents and teachers meet regularly on an informal basis, there are more formal occasions when you can meet your child’s class teacher to discuss his/her progress and look at some of his/her work. These take place in Autumn and Summer terms. Teachers will discuss your child’s end of year report if it is necessary to do so.

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
Parents or other adult carers are always welcome to come into school to help in the classroom. If you have any time to do this, and would like to help, please contact the Head Teacher.

HELPING YOUR CHILD AT HOME AND AT SCHOOL
When your child starts school at Shakespeare you will be asked to sign a Home/School Contract. This was drawn up by our Family of Schools and clearly states what we as a school will do for your child, and how you can help us to give your child the best possible Education. In this way we can work together to raise standards in educational attainment and behaviour.