The world is massive and we are unique! The problems surrounding the UK educational scene only apply to the shores of our sceptred Isle. But they don’t. A recent trip round Australia and New Zealand reveals almost identical issues. Academic achievement is a constant battle, teachers are stressed, parents are concerned and educational policy high on government agenda.
If children are to supported a united front is needed. Parents need the opportunity and encouragement to support their child more effectively. Playing at home the same educational games used at school can bring a closer bond between parent, child and teacher that can boost achievement significantly.
Having parental support can help maximise the role of the teacher. Closer operational links with parents allow the teacher to manage the learning journey more effectively. Areas of concern can receive greater targeted help through parents support at home. Children who normally lag behind can maintain contention rather than being bored and drift.
The programme of parental support that started as the children were infants can be harnessed to continue as they start primary school and can track with the curriculum up to 15 years old. The benefit to a child is extra tuition support that can amount to two years extra schooling. The secret is to make it fun. No hard grind, no parents completing homework for their child – just a series of educational games played at home to support the class activities.
What could be simpler. This learning in disguise process can make areal diffrence.
Alistair Owens
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