This article was first published in August 2019
Supporting your child's learning at home can help their development and be a really positive addition to their school education. Inderjit and Joyty are parents to three children and they share some advice on how you can support your child's learning when you're at home.
Tips:
• Speak to your child's teacher about how your child is settling in and what the school environment is like.
• Getting into a routine and speaking positively about school and education can help support your child's learning at home.
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