We aim to develop good working relationships with our parents and encourage them to come to school as often as possible.

 COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS

Consultation

Whilst your child is at the Linden School there are a number of opportunities for teachers and parents to discuss the best ways in which your child can be helped with their development, whether academically or socially. Parents Evenings are held regularly to discuss your child’s progress. Teachers are available after school to answer quick questions; longer meetings to discuss areas of concern or other issues can be arranged with either the Head or your child’s class teacher. Information on the topics covered by each year group are sent home on a termly basis. Special meetings are organised during the year to inform parents about specific areas of the curriculum, for example Literacy and Numeracy, and how you can help your child at home.

Reports

During their time at Linden School, children will be assessed on their progress. You will receive a written report at the end of each academic year together with information about their progress in the National Curriculum. The latter is formally communicated to you at the end of Year 2 and Year 6, when results of SATs tests are available.

 Home School Agreement

The Home School Agreement is produced on an annual basis and provides a means for the school and parents to renew their partnership in the education of the children.

 General Information

Regular Newsletters giving information on forthcoming events are sent home by pupil post and can be found on the school’s website.

Parents are always welcome at Linden Primary School and we go out of our way to encourage parents to work with us. If you would like to get involved, please ask your child’s class teacher.

Ways in which parents and friends of the School contribute to school life include:-

- talking to children about specific interests

- demonstrating particular talents

- sharing skills and experiences

- talking to children about their work

- working with small groups of children in an activity

- hearing children read

- assisting with classroom organisation

- assisting with trips and visits

- running or assisting with after school clubs

All this helps us to make learning stimulating and interesting for the children. If you have any good ideas or suggestions, please tell us as we would love to hear from you.

 PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)