Learning together in Aberdeenshire Parental Involvement and Engagement Strategy and Action Plan 2018- 2021

Parents are primary educators of their children Key Principles Guided by the needs and interests of the child/young person and their family Parents are primary educators of their children Positive relationships based on mutual trust and respect between families and those working with them

Parents are supported to be fully involved in their child’s learning Vision, Values and Aims Parents are supported to be fully involved in their child’s learning Be committed to partnerships are ensure collaboration between practitioners, parents and families Ensure the right support in place so that parents in their child’s learning

Vision, Values and Aims Achieved by Expanding family learning opportunities Improve the quality of communication Encourage positive involvement of all parents and consider the needs of families experiencing disadvantage Develop the skills of leaders, front line practitioners and support staff

How good is our strategy Key Elements Parental Involvement Parental Engagement Family Learning Learning at Home Equalities and Equity Leadership Skills How good is our strategy

What difference do we want to make Parental Involvement & Partnership Working Parental Engagement and Family Learning Effective and Meaningful Communication Raising attainment and achievement

Impact and Actions Effective and meaningful communication Review communication methods such as handbooks, information sheets and consultations Training workshops for leaders and front line practitioners Regular meetings for Parent Council Chairs to formally meet with seniors leaders Communicate the results of Big Conversations 2018-20120