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My child's education

How to help your child with their school work

Tips and information on how to help your child with their school work.

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My child's education

What your child needs to succeed at school

When your child is happy and healthy they can make the most of their time at school. There are ways you can help your child succeed at school.

My child's education

Five ways positive friendships can help your child at school and in life

Belonging promotes positive mental health, physical wellbeing and a better focus on learning.

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My child's education

Signs your child might be giving up on school and what you can do

How to identify the signs that your teen is giving up on school and what action to take.

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How trusted adults can support a young person’s engagement at school and in life

Trusted adults can help young people feel more positive about school
and learning and can offer practical support and guidance to help young
people at school.

My child's education

8 tips for helping your child engage at primary school

We know that when a child is engaged in class, they learn more. Here are eight tips you can use to help your child engage at primary school.

My child's education

The Student Code of Conduct and how it helps schools create an environment for learning

The Student Code of Conduct explains how school staff help students learn what is expected of them and how they support students to meet the school’s expectations for behaviour.