You are your child's first and most important teacher.

    

Parents are valued partners in the education of their children. Positive Mental Attitude is of the view that successful learning is achieved through strong connections with parents and all sectors of our community. Our research has demonstrated that when children know that there is at least one responsible adult who demonstrates tangible interest in their school life, their performance, behaviour and self-esteem grow.

Parental involvement in your child's education can mean:

• Reading to your child;
• Checking the information they have retained from lessons;
• Discussing your child's progress with teachers;
• Limiting TV viewing on school nights;
• Having an input into the contents of your child’s learning syllabus;

It can also mean being a positive figure that your child will look up to, i.e.:

• Being respectful and expecting the same from your children;
• Being supportive of your child's school;
• Remaining calm;
• Using good approach techniques;
• Attending school meetings and functions;
• Calling the teacher to check on the child's progress.