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Comments and Suggestions Box
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The Governing Body
Summer Term Parent Forum - July 2023
Summer term parent rorums were held on:
Summary
Uniform
Homework
Parents suggested that children are not always motivated to complete homework as there is little recognition, and no consequences for those who do not complete it. It was suggested that teachers have a homework session during the school week to mark and reflect on homework, making corrections and addressing misconceptions, where necessary.
Confidentiality of Staff
Assurances were sought regarding the school ensuring staff confidentiality - how do the school ensure that this happens? Miss Wilding explained that all staff are bound by the Code of Conduct - a section on Confidentiality is in this document. All staff are asked to sign to say they have read and understood this annually. Teaching staff are also bound by the Teacher Professional Standards. The school are pro-active in enforcing these policies / standards.
Miss Wilding recommended that the Governing Body discuss the need for staff to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement in addition to procedures in place - this will become an agenda item at the next Full Governing Body meeting.
Parent suggestions/questions
Can we vary the themed days for school dinners?
Can we invite parents in to school more - into lessons / classes?
Is there any way to improve links for parents who work?
Can parents have more regular updates with teachers?
Can we improve / increase communication with parents?
Is there a way to ensure that FOStAPS are transparent, particularly linked to money raised and spending?
Are older girls aware of what to do if they start their periods in school?
Conversations took place around the school approach to unkind behaviour and supporting children in seeking help in school.
Parent comments
Parents like the highlighed 'new dates' on the newsletter.
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Spring Term Parent Forum - March 2023
This is the first Parent Forum we have held here at St. Andrew's. On this occasion we are running two sessions: 14th March at 9am and 23rd March at 5pm. The agenda for discussion is:
Summary of discussions for the Parent Forums will be added here.