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My child is struggling at school, what can I do?
What to do when your child is struggling at school, from noticing the signs to talking to school and deciding on next steps. A teacher's guide for parents.
FreeParent GuidesHow do I get SEN support for my child at school?
How SEN support works in schools in England, who to talk to, what support can look like and what to do if you feel it is not enough. A guide for parents.
FreeParent GuidesSchool says they are monitoring my child. What does that mean?
What it usually means when a school says it is monitoring your child, what to ask, and how to make sure monitoring leads somewhere. A teacher's guide.
FreeParent GuidesDoes my child need an assessment? What parents should know
Thinking about an assessment for your child? What different assessments can and cannot tell you, who carries them out and questions to ask first.
FreeParent GuidesHow to help your child with reading at home, a teacher's guide
Practical ways to help your child with reading at home, from short daily routines to keeping it enjoyable. A Qualified Teacher's guide for parents.
FreeParent GuidesHow to help your child with maths at home
Simple ways to help your child with maths at home, using everyday moments, objects and short practice, even if maths was never your favourite subject.
FreeParent GuidesHow to teach your child at home when you are not a teacher
You do not need to be a teacher to help your child learn at home. How to plan, explain and keep learning calm, from a Qualified Teacher's point of view.
FreeParent GuidesHome education, what should I teach and where do I start?
Starting home education? What the rules say in England, what you might teach, how to plan and where to find support, from a Qualified Teacher.
FreeParent GuidesMy child won't go to school. What can I do about school refusal?
When your child refuses or struggles to go to school, what might be behind it, how to work with school, and steps that can help. A guide for parents.
FreeParent GuidesWhy does homework always end in tears, and how can I help?
When homework ends in arguments or tears every night, what might be going on and calm, practical ways to make it easier for you and your child.
FreeParent GuidesWhat to look for when choosing a tutor for a child with additional needs
What to actually look for when choosing a tutor for a child with additional needs, beyond subject knowledge and experience.
FreeParent GuidesAcademic tuition or coaching, what does my child actually need?
How to work out whether your child needs tuition, coaching, or a combination of both.
FreeParent GuidesHow to tell if a tutor understands how your child learns, not just what they need to learn
Signs a tutor genuinely understands how your child learns and copes, not just what subject content they need.
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