The school is endeavouring to put the theory of personalised learning into practice. The idea is that learning should be tailored to individual need, so that every pupil gets the chance to fulfil their potential, whatever their background or circumstances. But how are teachers, with upwards of 30 children in a class, supposed to deliver this particular aspiration?

According to Caroline Haynes, the principal at TTC, the answer is to involve parents. “They have the biggest influence on a child’s education. Children only spend about 15% of their time at school, but about 85% at home. All the research shows that children whose parents engage with their education are at a huge advantage. The problem, however, is that although most of our parents want their children to do well, many are unsure how to motivate them.” …

Richard Brennand, an advanced skills teacher at TTC, says the key to getting parents involved is to emphasise that they can make a real difference to their children’s learning.

Source: Guardian Unlimited
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