How to be more involved in your child's education.

[AD] Over the years, research and studies have found that when a parent is more involved in their child’s education, that child is more likely to succeed in school. Perhaps this is because they have more support, and someone to turn to for help and advice when they get stuck. It might just be because they have someone they want to impress, so they put in more effort. Whatever the reason, it’s clearly important for parents to find ways to get involved. Pembridge Hall, a school in London, have some advice below. 

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Talk About School

The easiest way to show your child you care about their education is to talk about school on a regular basis. Ask them how their day was and which lessons they had. Try and mix up your questions so that the conversation doesn’t become boring. Here are some examples of things you could ask:

• What was your favourite/least favourite lesson today? Why?
• Who did you sit next to in English/Geography/French?
• How did you spend your lunch break?
• What events are coming up at school this term? E.g., Sports Day, Parents Evening, Plays etc
• Is there anything I can do to help you with your studies?

Attend School Events

Another way to get involved is to make sure you attend any events held at the school, from the Christmas fair to Sports Day. If you have time, you could potentially volunteer to help out on the next school trip or with any other upcoming events. 

Prioritise School Work

Make sure your child knows that their schoolwork comes first. If they’ve got chores to do or an extra-curricular commitment, ask them to complete their homework first. Make sure they’ve got a desk set up somewhere quiet and free from distractions where they can study. You should also try and make yourself available to your child when they’re doing their homework so that they can ask you for help should they need it.