You as parents or carers have a right to be involved in your child’s education and evidence shows that children and young people do better when parents and educators work closely together. Parents and carers already make a huge contribution to their child’s learning at home. Many parents feel at a loss when their children enter S3 and above – confused by the complicated systems of SQA exams, coursework and practical assessments. However, your support, encouragement and interest can make a spectacular difference to your child’s motivation and ability to cope with the academic and organisational demands of the exam years. When you, your child and the school work in partnership, you can be sure that your child will achieve the best results possible. More information is available on Calderhead High School’s Study Advice for Parents and the useful links.
You are free to visit or telephone the school at any time. When visiting the school please report to the Main Office in the first instance. Alternatively, you may telephone the Main Office on 01501 826701. In either case, clerical staff will assist and advise you as to which member of staff you ought to see. In most cases an appointment will be arranged with the appropriate teacher.
However, in an emergency, you may contact the Head Teacher, Mr Roberston, or any of the Depute Heads, at any time.
If you wish to discuss or receive information about your child’s academic progress, courses or timetable you should request an appointment with a Depute Head Teacher. If you wish to discuss
matters relating to your child’s attendance, behaviour or health you should request an appointment with your child’s Pupil Support teacher.
In the course of the session, Parents’ Meetings are arranged at regular intervals. About 10 days before a Parents’ Meeting, pupils are issued with a letter for you which gives details of the date and
time of the meeting. You will be given the opportunity to note the teachers you wish to see and individual appointments are consequently arranged. The purpose of these meetings is to give you
the opportunity to discuss your child’s academic progress and attitude to work. You are strongly recommended to take advantage of these Parents’ Meetings, which are normally very profitable for
both parents and teacher.