This is a collaborative post
When parents make a conscious effort to support their children on their educational journey, there is an increased likelihood of academic success. Your involvement will encourage your child to try harder to impress you but will also help them give them the courage they need to take risks and try new things. I have teamed up with a girls’ prep school in Surrey to share some advice.
Chat About School
One of the easiest ways to show your child you care about their education is to ask them about their school day. It might help if you have a copy of their timetable so that you can tailor your conversation to suit what lessons took place. Try and mix up the questions so you’re not having the same old mundane conversation every day. Here are some examples of things you could ask:
- What was the most interesting/exciting part of your day?
- Which lessons did you have today?
- Which lesson did you enjoy the most today and why?
- What did you learn about in English/Maths/Science/History/French today?
- What did you do on your lunch break? Who did you hang out with?
- Are there any events coming up at school that you’d like to take part in? (e.g., school play, sports day, open morning, drama club etc)
Communicate with Teachers
Stay in touch with your child’s teachers so that you can hear about their progress and ask any questions you may have. Building a relationship with the teachers will show your child that you are invested in their performance and will put you in a better position to support them going forward. For instance, you can be informed of any problem areas that you can work on at home or find out what might be coming up in the curriculum in the upcoming term.
Attend School Events
Actions speak louder than words, so when it comes to being involved in your child’s education, try and focus on your physical presence. Attend events such as Parents’ Evening, sports day, school plays and anything else relevant, as this will show your child that they have your full support.