Ashby School Home School Agreement

Ashby School Home School Agreement

Printed name of student ………………………………………………..

1. / Parent/Carer
I will make every effort to ensure that-
i. / My child attends school regularly and where possible does not take holidays or other days off during term time. I will provide reasons for absences.
ii. / My child arrives at school on time, in the correct uniform with a hair style/colour and jewellery that adheres to the school guidelines and will be properly equipped to be able to take part in all lessons.
iii. / The school is informed about any concerns or problems that might affect my child’s academic progress or behaviour.
iv. / The school’s policies and guidelines for behaviour are supported. (See prospectus and website)
v. / My child is supported with coursework, homework, preparation for examinations and extra-curricular activities.
vi. / I will attend parents’ consultation sessions and/or talk with staff about my child’s progress. I will respond to letters and other information about my child’s progress and examination entries.
vii. / My child will be encouraged to become involved in some of the many opportunities provided by the school e.g. trips and visits, fieldwork exercises, clubs, sporting activities, music, drama and examination revision sessions.
viii. / My child understands the need to keep the school environment clean, tidy and safe and that I could be called upon to pay for any damage or abuse.
2. / Student
I will make every effort to-
i. / Attend all registrations and lessons punctually, properly equipped and in school uniform.
ii. / Discuss any problems or concerns relevant to school with members of staff.
iii. / Co-operate with the school code of conduct, the ICT agreement and reward and sanctions policies.
iv. / Complete all homework and assignments set and hand them in by the deadlines.
v. / Keep my parents/carers informed of all school activities such as coursework deadlines, parents’ consultations, examination timetables and out of school activities.
vi. / Be a positive and active member of the school and where possible take part in some of the many opportunities made available by the school.
vii. / Keep the school and its grounds clean, tidy and pleasant and I will not deliberately abuse or damage school property.
3. / The School
We will make every effort to-
i. / Contact parents/carers if there is a problem with attendance, punctuality, uniform or equipment.
ii. / Listen to any parent/carer and/or student concerns and we will respond promptly to any letters, emails or telephone calls.
iii. / Inform parents about any concerns or problems that affect their child’s progress or behaviour.
iv. / Consistently and fairly apply the school disciplinary code, school rewards and any disciplinary action.
v. / Set, assess and monitor class work, coursework and homework and we will provide support for the satisfactory completion of the work.
vi. / Send regular information home about progress and academic achievement and arrange parents’ consultations during which progress will be discussed.
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viii. / Provide a range of extra-curricular activities and encourage student participation.
Provide a safe, clean, well-equipped and attractive learning environment.

Please note: There may be occasions when photographs are taken of your son/daughter participating in school activities. Images and names may well be used in school publications including our website, unless you attach a letter of objection when returning this Home School Agreement. This should be for the attention of Mr G Staniforth, Deputy Headteacher.