As a parent, one is concerned about many aspects of a
school, before choosing one for their child. Curriculum, cost, timings,
proximity, student performance, scholarships etc. are all factors that one must
consider before selecting a school. While a lot of emphasis has been made on
how student-friendly a school is, it is equally important to understand how
schools relate to the child’s family.
A great school understands the importance of parents and
family in the education of a child, and keeps this front and centre, while
making any policy. When the family is involved deeply in a child’s education,
the child benefits in many ways.
How to know if a school is parent / family friendly?
- School’s first response to your visit / call:
Were you met with politeness and helpfulness when you reached out to the
school for the first time? A friendly school will have a cheerful and welcoming
atmosphere. Staff will go out of their way to attend to visitors, new and returning. They will make you feel at home, give you the
attention you deserve and assist you with what you were looking for.
- Tone of correspondence: Calls, emails,
brochures, and handbooks received from the school use a polite and friendly
tone, as opposed a harsh and cold one. Conflict is handled in a professional
and fair manner.
- Diversity and inclusivity: An
international school caters to students and their families from different parts
of the globe. Trio has the privilege of providing the best international
education to students from more than 55+ countries till date. When cultures
interact, and young minds are involved, good educators, will go to great
lengths to inculcate healthy interactions between the students and their
families. People who do not understand the local language(s) / English are
treated respectfully and are given due assistance. A school that treats
individuals from all walks of life, including those outside the school
community, with respect, is a safe place to learn.
- Communication: In a great school
environment, communication happens both ways and you feel heard. If you or your
child requires any additional assistance, the school staff of a parent-friendly
school will listen to you, help you to the best extent they can and will be clear
and polite about any limitations. PTAs and other interactions are handled
professionally. The school will clearly communicate about the syllabus, board,
assessments, performance and discuss about concerns unique to your child. The
school will maintain adequate confidentiality of any personal information.
Parent – friendly initiatives at Trio
Trio World Academy, Bangalore, offers a highly inclusive curriculum and welcomes
families from all backgrounds. Trio celebrates festivals and important days in
the calendar, across cultural backgrounds, religions, caste and nationality. We
make children aware of their importance, keeping cultural sensibilities in
mind. Our security system comprises of 130 CCTV cameras, secure IDs, and
constant monitoring by vigilance officers, to ensure complete safety of
children, parents, visitors and staff alike.
At Trio, every member of the school is responsible for
building a relationship with the families. Parent teacher communication is open
and parents can approach the school at any point for support. One of the unique
characteristics of Trio, is it’s organic and closely knit community. We work
hard to create and maintain a cheerful and safe atmosphere for our students.
All the effort that goes into creating a parent-friendly school is worth it.
Let us know parent friendly means to you in the comments.
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