If you are concerned about how your child is performing at school or how they may be treated, it's important to know your rights as a parent of a student. Take a look at the articles below to get a better understanding of your child's education, how to communicate with the school and ensure that your child gets the best from their education.
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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.
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When schools and families work together to teach young people what is expected of them, schools can be a safe and supportive place to learn.
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A guide for parents to understand the rules around school attendance for their teens.
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School guidance officers provide helpful advice and counselling.
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School should be a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for every child.
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Tips to talk about concerns with your child’s school.
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If your child goes to a Catholic school and you would like to seek support for your child, there are steps you can take.
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Yes, your child can enrol at your local state school. There are only two reasons a state school can refuse to enrol your child.
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The teenage brain is developing to allow for the significant changes from childhood to adulthood including greater responsibility and independence.
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