Parents' evening
Understand teacher code and ask good questions in five minutes.
Hi, I'm Mia's mum. So, how's she getting on?
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Starting the chat2
Teacher code7
- She's working at the expected standardTeacher-speak for on track.
- He's an absolute pleasure to have in classGenuine, strong praise.
- She's very sociableTeacher code: she talks a lot in lessons.
- He's a real characterTeacher code: funny, cheeky, sometimes hard work.
- He can be a bit livelyCode: he can be disruptive or struggle to sit still.
- He could apply himself a bit moreCode: capable, but not trying hard enough.
- She's quite quiet in classShe may lack confidence or not speak up.
Asking good questions6
- Is there anything we can be doing at home?Shows you're engaged.
- How's his reading and phonics coming along?The key focus in early primary.
- Is she happy in herself?British way of asking about wellbeing, friendships and mood, not just grades.
- Are his predicted grades realistic?Secondary school.
- Do you think he might need some extra support? Should we speak to the SENCo?The SENCo coordinates support for special educational needs.
- Could we book a follow-up meeting?If five minutes isn't enough, ask for a separate time.
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