School and parents
Understand parental responsibilities for children and school involvement.
All knowledge points: Responsibility of Parents · Cooperating with the School · Support with parenting and care at home
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Responsibility of Parents
Parents or carers have responsibilities for the care and upbringing of a child. They are responsible for ensuring the child's safety, daily care, and the opportunity to attend school. 'Ouderlijk gezag' (parental authority) means the legal…
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Schools and parents each know different things about a child. The teacher observes how your child learns and works together in class; parents see what happens at home. That is why parent-teacher meetings are important. You can ask about…
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Raising children sometimes gives rise to questions. For example, a child may have trouble sleeping, face difficulties at school, or there may be significant tension at home. You can discuss these issues with the school, your general…
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