You can also get the leaflet in Bengali, Chinese, Greek, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Turkish, Urdu and Vietnamese. It is important that you inform your child's school of any changes to the information they hold. There will also be an annual report of your child's progress, a copy of which will be given to you. These record cards and reports are confidential to you and the school, the headteacher will talk with you before anyone else can look at your child's record. A. Homework can vary from school to school.
Some schools give little until the children are nearly ready for secondary school.
Many schools, however, like parents to help with reading and send books home. Recent government guidelines on homework suggest that four to five year olds should do 20 minutes after school rising to between 45 and 60 minutes for older children. If you want to help your child with work at home have a talk with the teacher before you start, so your child will not be confused by being taught in one way at school and another at home. Should your child be absent for more than a week, telephone or write to tell the school. It is very important that children attend school regularly.