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An Introduction to the LPPA Programme. “The children are more secure in knowing parents and schools are working together." Carmel Moore, Headteacher at Prince of Wales Primary School, Enfield. Why work with parents/carers?. To raise achievement? To increase attendance and punctuality?
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An Introduction to the LPPA Programme “The children are more secure in knowing parents and schools are working together."Carmel Moore, Headteacher at Prince of Wales Primary School, Enfield
Why work with parents/carers? • To raise achievement? • To increase attendance and punctuality? • To gain support and cooperation? • To encourage contribution? • To increase inclusion? • To encourage adult learning? • To support community development? • To raise morale?
What are your key challenges? • Making your school really welcoming? • Getting all parents/carers involved? • Getting all staff involved? • Knowing what you really want to achieve? • Finding time to plan and organise? • Knowing how well you are doing? • Limited physical space and resources?
What does the LPPA Programme consist of? • The Leading Parent Partnership Award • The LPPA Toolkit • A series of parent partnership training opportunities • Bespoke parent partnership consultancy and training
The Leading Parent Partnership Award • A national quality standard developed in 2003 to 2005 in partnership with the DCSF • Addresses Ofsted parental engagement requirements • Clear framework for action • Focus on sustainable development • Straightforward process for delivery • Positive professional support
Starting Points “So far we’ve done very little with parents at all.” “Working with parents continues to be a big priority for us.” “We’re on the way, but we realise there’s more we could do.”
The LPPA Objectives 1 Commitment 2 Planning
The LPPA Objectives 2 3 Welcoming school 4 Parent/carer learning 5 Parent/carer and child learning
The LPPA Objectives 3 6 Effective induction 7 High quality information 8 Positive policies 9 Supported transition
The LPPA Objectives 4 10 Monitoring and evaluation
The LPPA Process: overview • Self-evaluation • Action planning • Implementation and portfolio building • Final verification
The LPPA Process: delivery models • Individual schools: Adviser-led Trainer-led School-led • Groups of schools: Local contracts Local licenses
How long will it take? Achieving the Award is a 12 – 15 month process
Does it work? "Support from our LPPA Adviser was challenging and encouraged very strategic reflection and development." Wendy WheldonHeadteacher at Ecclesall Infant School, Sheffield "The LPPA has been a constructive and supportive process which we believe has been of great value to our school community." Liz WhincopHeadteacher at Walker Primary School, Enfield "The LPPA has given purpose to the Parent Voice and gaining the award will raise their self esteem and self confidence." Clive RigbyHeadteacher at James Brindley Science College, Stoke-on-Trent "This work is of the highest priority in contributing to raising the aspirations and achievement of all our students." Jenny JonesHeadteacher at The Grove, a Specialist Maths and Computing College, East Sussex “The School community has appreciated the challenge and support of LPPA.. We have found the experience worthwhile and of benefit to parents, staff and pupils.” Tinka Rojas Headteacher at South Harringay Infant and Nursery School, Haringey
The LPPA Toolkit • A comprehensive stand-alone guide to practical parent partnership in schools • Ideas, advice, case studies, materials, resources and much more • Can also be used to support achievement of the Leading Parent Partnership Award
The LPPA Training Programme • A one-day introduction to successful parent partnership based on the LPPA framework • A series of half-day workshops on key LPPA themes • Suitable for schools, early years settings, local authorities, other parenting professionals and groups
Bespoke Consultancy • Consultancy or training designed to meet the specific needs of schools, early years settings and other organisations working in the area of parent partnership • Available in units of one or more days
Quality Assurance DCSF endorsed Programme Delivered by trained and experienced LPPA Advisers Prospects monitored and evaluated
What next? To join the LPPA Programme: Complete and return the Expression of Interest form in your pack and we will contact you For further information: Call: 020 8315 1246 Visit: www.lppa.co.uk