Why going to school is important

Every Day Counts. Children and young people learn, socialise and develop important skills at school, which helps to build connection and to foster a sense of belonging.

Going to school every day is an important part of your child’s education. Children and young people learn new things at school every day, connect with friends, have fun and develop good habits that help them to succeed after school. Attending and participating in school will help your child:

develop important skills and knowledge to help them learn
develop social and emotional skills such as good communication, resilience and team work
establish friendships with peers which help develop self-esteem and a sense of belonging.

There is no safe number of days for missing school. Being away from school for 1 day a fortnight adds up to missing 4 whole weeks of school a year. Where possible, you should avoid your child missing school, for example, make appointments for your child outside of school hours and keep family holidays to outside term time.

Parentzone Eastern

Parentzone Eastern have four parenting programs starting in term 2 (May to June) – Parenting Anxious Children, Tuning into Kids, Dads Matter and disability support groups. These are all free to attend. They are currently taking registrations and places are limited.

Parenting Anxious Children

This 6-week program provides parents of 3 to 12 year olds with skills to support children experiencing worries and anxious feelings. Learn the technique of emotion coaching. Discover the skills of resilience, so your child can bounce back from life’s challenges, both at home and at school.

When: Thursday 8th May to 12th Jun (6 week program)

Time: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm

Where: Online via Zoom

Cost: Free (bookings essential)

Registration: Click here (places are limited)

Tuning in to Kids

Tuning in to Kids Is a 6-week program for parents of 3 to 12 year olds to develop emotional intelligence in families. Learn strategies to help your child to recognise, understand and regulate their emotions. Better understand and communicate with your child. Find solutions for challenging behaviour.

When: Tuesday 13th May to 17th June 2025 (6 week program)

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where: Online via Zoom Cost: Free (bookings essential)

Registration: Click here (places are limited)

Dads Matter

A 6-week program for dads who wish to develop positive relationships and communicate better with their children. Explore how to manage challenging behaviour and make family agreements that work. Support emotional wellbeing and family functioning, and discover how important dads are in the lives of children

When: Monday 12th May to 23rd June 2025 (6 weeks) - no session on Kings Birthday

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Where: Online via Zoom

Cost: Free (bookings essential)

Registration: Click here (places are limited)

Strengthening Parents Support Program (SPSP)

Online Peer Support - for parents/carers of a child with a disability, ADHD or Autism. Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am (fortnightly)
Walking group - short walk and cuppa in Bayswater North. Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am (monthly)
PDA Support Group - online group to discuss PDA. Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 am (monthly)
Self-Care Group - self-care activities for parents. Box Hill Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 am (monthly)

Contact: Michelle on 0438 646 744 or email StrengtheningParentSupport@anglicarevic.org.au

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