Parental Engagement

At Bearbrook, we believe that strong, positive relationships between home and school are essential to every child’s success. We know that when parents and carers are actively engaged in their child’s learning, children feel more confident, make better progress, and thrive both academically and personally.

Our Commitment to Working in Partnership

Just like every school in our Trust, we are driven by a deep commitment to curiosity, critical thinking and a love of learning. Our approach to parental engagement reflects this ethos. We strive to create an environment where every family feels welcomed, valued and heard.

Our approach to parental engagement includes:

• Regular communication through newsletters, updates, and digital platforms
• Workshops and events designed to help families support learning at home
• Opportunities for parents to contribute to school development through surveys, forums, and feedback sessions
• Celebration of learning through showcases, assemblies, and curriculum events
• A strong safeguarding culture that ensures every child is safe, supported, and known

Recognised Excellence in Parental Partnership

We are proud to share that [School Name] has achieved the Parentkind Parent-Friendly Schools Award, recognising our dedication to building meaningful partnerships with families.  It highlights the ways we embed parental engagement into everyday practice and create a truly collaborative school community where every voice is valued.

To learn more about the Parent‑Friendly Schools Framework, visit the link below:

Parent-Friendly Schools Framework