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Deepening Productive Partnerships with Parents/Carers: A focus on support in the home
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Date
2025
Educational Level
ISCED Level 1 Primary Education
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Geographical Setting
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Abstract
Context: The research focuses on enhancing relationships between schools and parents/carers of learners with special educational needs and disability (SEND). It emphasises the significance of collaborative strategies to support families in managing their children's educational needs at home, specifically through structured meetings known as Assess, Plan, Do, Review (APDR) sessions.
Aims: The primary aim of the research is to explore effective ways to deepen productive partnerships with families of learners with SEND, facilitating their involvement in the educational process. This involves gathering insights during APDR meetings, utilising these insights to inform school practices, and ultimately creating a supportive environment for families to access the necessary resources.
Methods: The study employs an action research approach, organised into two cycles of planning, execution, and review. The first cycle revolves around developing and refining the research question based on initial findings, while the second cycle builds on the insights gained to enhance practices. Ethical consent was obtained from all participants to ensure anonymity throughout the research process.
Findings: The collected data reveal that engaging parents and carers in the APDR process contributes to a more holistic understanding of learners' needs. It highlights the role of school staff in fostering communication and facilitating access to external support resources, positioning the school as a central hub for family assistance and engagement.
Implications: Other educators may observe that establishing a systematic approach to involving families within the educational framework can yield constructive outcomes for learners with SEND. The insights gained from these partnerships may inform the development of similar collaborative practices in different educational contexts, aiming to strengthen the supportive network surrounding learners and their families.
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inclusion, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), mainstream primary, productive partnership with parents/carers, assess-plan-do-review meetings