'League table', 'school policy', 'primary learning', 'voluntary-aided', 'Ofsted report' – what do all these terms mean?
Primary School – A Parent’s Guide answers all of your questions – and more. Whether your child is at primary school already, or you’re choosing a primary school for the first time, this guide will provide you with all the relevant information you need to understand the system – from subjects covered in the primary national curriculum, to Ofsted reports and parents’ evenings.
The book will also advise you about the kinds of activities you can do with your child to help them with their schoolwork and where to go for support if your child is struggling in a particular subject.
All the puzzling acronyms like KS1, SATs and QCDA are covered, together with information on working with primary school teachers, primary teaching, finding support and special educational needs. There is also information for parents selecting primary schools - you’ll find the admissions process covered in detaill.
As a parent, parent-governor and lecturer in education, the author, Kim Thomas, knows how important it is for parents to find no-nonsense information – and this guide will surely help. To visit Kim's website please go to www.kimthomas.co.uk.
Page count: 112
Chapter headings: Introduction, Acronyms, Choosing a Primary School, How Admissions Work, Starting School, What Your Child Will Learn at School, The Foundation Stage (3-5 years old), Key Stage 1 (5-7 years old), Key Stage 1 SATs, Key Stage 2 (7-11 years old), Key Stage 2 SATs, Help List, Book List.
Publication date: June 2010
ISBN Number 978-1-86144-088-4
Book Reviews
'Primary School: A Parent's Guide is a must-read for new parents looking to enrol their child in primary school. It gives clear guidance on the different types of school available and explains the many acronyms used in the education system. This helpful guide then supports parents with what they can expect right through the education system up to Year 6. This must-have can also help parents who already have children in the school system.' Emma Davis, Primary school teacher
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