Parent School Information Sheets
Access free to download information sheets here with the aim to empower parents of military children, helping you to better understand the Service Pupil Premium, absence in school term time, education options and also providing vital form templates for when you move and start a new school or have a separation period coming up.
Moving soon? Here’s a handy new school checklist
Housekeeping – checklist Check the term dates They may differ from your current school. Schools vary with inset days and some now have 2 week
What is Service Pupil Premium and how do I get it for my child?
It isn’t always known that the Government give extra funding to schools in England for children with parent(s) serving in the regular British Armed Forces.
Transition Chit
Are you moving soon?Fill out this transition chit with your child, maybe just some not all if appropriate. Then take the completed sheet to the
Separation Chit
Got a period of separation coming up? Use the below and give the completed sheet to your child’s school SEPARATION CHIT My mum / dad
What can I do to make the transition as smooth as possible, with minimal impact on learning?
Ask the new school… What information can I get for you ahead of time? Schools do of course pass on all important information but there
I don’t want to keep changing schools. Is there another option?
It isn’t widely known that Home Education (HE) or home schooling (more a US term) is a perfectly legal option for parents. The law states
Other questions you can ask the school (but didn’t think you should!)
How is the SPP (Service Pupil Premium) spent? The head should be able to explain this very easily so don’t be afraid to ask. It
Useful websites for Parents:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/childrens-education-advisory-serviceThe CEAS is a tri service organisation within the MOD. The site provides advice on a wide range of issues about the education of service