The first day at school is a big step in every child’s life. As a single parent it can be just as daunting for you!

If your child has been turned down for the school that you have applied for it can be a distressing time for you and your child.

The best way to build a relationship with your child’s teacher is to start by making contact with them and introducing yourself.

As a parent/carer, you have the skills needed to support and encourage your child to learn, achieve and get the best out of their school experience.

The word ‘curriculum’ refers to the subjects your child will study at school. The National Curriculum was developed to make sure all pupils have a balanced education.

Children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 (key stage 1) in state funded schools and academies are eligible for Free School Meals

Your child is more likely to succeed when you, your family and your child’s teachers expect them to do their very best Remind them how important learning is

If your son/daughter knows that you care about their homework, they will be more likely to want to do it and hand it in on time.

As children move from being the oldest and biggest in the school to being the youngest and smallest in often a much larger environment, there are plenty of reasons why some children may struggle

Single parent families are sometimes blamed for many of the ills of society, but there is no evidence that your children are doomed to be badly behaved.

Discipline at junior school generally involves little more than being told off or moved to sit elsewhere else. In secondary school it is usually the odd lunchtime detention.