Parentapps update: what we did in 2020

Parentapps update: what we did in 2020 2020, wow, what a year. It’s safe to say we’re all glad to see the back of that. Although there’s still uncertainty for the next few months at least, I think we can all look forward to a better, healthier 2021. So what did we get...

Outdoor learning in winter: ideas for your school to try

Outdoor learning in winter: ideas for your school totry The thought of venturing out into the wilderness in the winter months might send a shiver down your spine. But with COVID still lurking, taking your classroom outside more frequently could be an excellent way to...

A better way to manage absence reporting through coronavirus

A better way to manage absence reporting through coronavirus The nationwide lockdown is back again, and although it’s not as restricted as the previous one (and it’s hopefully much shorter than the first), it’s still going to be tough for many of us.  This time...

School Apps for Parents

School Apps for Parents Before technological advances it was challenging for schools to communicate with the parents of pupils en masse. Until very recently even with the progression of the Internet, school communication had improved vastly but still left a lot to be...

Benefits of joining a Multi Academy Trust

Benefits of joining a Multi Academy Trust Parentapps Team More and more schools are now moving towards academy status with more opportunity to innovate and provide higher levels of teaching. Along with this decision, schools must also decide how they are going to be...

Why is effective communication in schools Important?

Why is effective communication in schools important? While most of the work done by schools is focused on educating their pupils, many head teachers realise the importance of maintaining and constantly improving communication with parents. A lot of research and study...