Good parent teacher relationships are vital. It creates a line of communication where you can talk to one another regarding your concerns. Teachers can also provide insight which is extremely beneficial as they are able to observe not only how they get on with their work but in relation to their peers and offer suggestions. As professionals, they will have experience in dealing with children with similar educational needs and the training to accommodate.
An independent school in Surrey shared some interesting points about the importance of fostering a good relationship with your child’s teacher and advice which we’ve included below.
Mutual Benefit
Both you and their teacher are on the same team. The work that you do can help the other out. If your child is being disruptive in class or failing to complete their work, by having a word with them, you can help to make their teacher’s life a little easier and make sure that they are getting what they need from their lessons.
Fosters Respect
Maintaining a good relationship can also help children in showing their teacher some respect as children learn from their parents. If you have a dislike towards them, they can pick up on it and adopt the same attitudes.
Keeping a Close Eye
It also means that they are able to get away with less as you will be in the loop with how they are doing which ensures that your child is behaving and doing as they should at school.
Feeling Valued
Having an active role in their education in this way communicates to children how important school is.
There are a number of ways that you can start. Whether it’s just a few minutes chatting at pick up, arranging for one-to-one meetings or supporting one another in the rules that you set out. It demonstrates respect and builds a line of communication.
