The importance of collaboration between facilitators and parents in the educational process.
At the European School, the psychological well-being and harmonious development of every student are among the important values of the educational process.
The school creates an environment where students acquire knowledge, develop social and emotional skills, build self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to cooperate.
The goal of the school’s psychological service is to promote the healthy personal, emotional, and social development of students, ensure a safe and supportive educational environment, and establish effective cooperation between the family and the school to help each student fully realise their potential.
How Does the School Collaborate with Parents?
The emotional and social well-being of students is constantly at the centre of the school’s attention. The school psychologist and specialists work together, monitoring students’ adaptation, behaviour, academic and social activity.
If difficulties or changes are identified during the observation process that may affect a student’s well-being or learning, the school takes the initiative to contact the parent.
The identified concerns are discussed with the parent; when necessary, a psychological assessment is conducted, and effective and clear steps to support the student are developed jointly.
When Can a Parent Contact the School Psychologist?
Cooperation between the parent and the school psychologist is an important condition for ensuring a student’s psychological well-being. Professional support is particularly effective when difficulties are identified and discussed at an early stage.
A parent can contact the school psychologist if they notice that their child:
- has difficulty adapting to the school environment;
- frequently refuses to go to school or expresses fear of going to school;
- has difficulty communicating with peers or building friendships;
- frequently finds themselves in conflict situations;
- shows decreased self-confidence or low self-esteem;
- has lost interest in learning;
- has experienced bullying or other social difficulties;
- demonstrates sudden or unexpected changes in behaviour.
Contacting the school psychologist is an important step in maintaining a child’s well-being. It provides an opportunity to understand the child’s needs from a professional perspective and, in cooperation with the school, choose the most effective forms of support.
What to Do When a Child Starts School for the First Time
The first period of attending school is one of the important stages in a child’s life. During this time, the child adapts to a new environment, new relationships, and a new daily routine, so certain behavioural and emotional changes are natural.
During the adaptation period, the following may be observed:
- the child may be reluctant to go to school in the morning;
- they may experience anxiety or tension in the new environment;
- they may have difficulty separating from a parent;
- they may become tired quickly or more sensitive;
- they may be either quiet or overly active, depending on their individual characteristics.
These manifestations are usually temporary and gradually decrease as the child adapts.