Collaboration and partnerships

• Parent and guardian input is valued and encouraged through open and regular lines of communication (such as regular parent-teacher meetings and parent group meetings)
• Parents are treated as partners in the promotion of student learning and wellbeing, within a strong collegial culture of mutual trust and support
• School actively seeks feedback from parents on student learning and wellbeing, as well as programs and activities in the school
• The school communicates positive events and results to parents/guardians on a regular basis
• School staff utilise a wide range of strategies to connect with families. This includes (where appropriate) home visits, parent-teacher conferences, casual events, celebrations, newsletters, individualised emails and open house events at school
• School staff build relationships with social workers and other support agencies in the community
• Collaborative relationships are established with business partners in the community
• School provides opportunities for students volunteering in the community

Resources for schools

Parent and Community Engagement Framework (PDF, 4.8MB)

• Student voice and agency is valued and reflected in all aspects of school planning and operations
• The school appreciates and values diverse student and family backgrounds, and works to build the cultural competence of school staff
• Staff are supported to balance core school principles and high expectations with an unconditional positive regard for every student – exercising discretion on a case-by-case basis and adopting a ‘start each new day afresh' approach
• Staff develop and strengthen positive relationships with students by understanding and appreciating diverse circumstances; demonstrating empathy; and modelling effective social engagement.