Effective communication with parents is key to fostering strong school-home partnerships. This session explores practical strategies for building positive relationships, handling tricky conversations, and maintaining ongoing engagement with families. Learn how to navigate common challenges, establish clear expectations, and improve collaboration to support student success.
Learning outcomes
Key ideas that will be covered include:
- Understand the importance of strong school-home partnerships and their impact on student wellbeing and academic success.
- Learn practical strategies for building positive relationships with parents, including clear communication and setting expectations.
- Develop confidence in addressing difficult conversations about behaviour, mental health, and student wellbeing.
- Gain insights into handling parent-school tensions and fostering a collaborative approach.
- Explore ways to maintain ongoing engagement with families through effective communication channels
This course includes:
- 1hr video
- Slides + resources
- Access at any time
Who is it for?
- Pastoral carers (e.g. year level leaders, heads of house, deputy)
Presented by:
- Dr Matt O'Connor