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Pupil Support

Where does the role of the parents end and the role of teachers begin? How can schools work with parents to give children the support and encouragement to reach their potential and feel happy at school? What do you do when problems arise and who can you contact?

Find out about what your rights and obligations are from the A to Z of School Leadership.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /atoz

Attendance is vital for success. Find guidance and help on the DfES's attendance site.
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/schoo lattendance/

Involve the community and parent and enlist their support to help your pupils do well.
http://www.standards.dfes.go v.uk/parentalinvolvement/

See the TeacherNet library of articles for suggestions on giving your pupils emotional support through teaching techniques.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /articles

Read about pastoral care and develop your skills further.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /pastoral