HSCL Parents
The Home School Community Liaison Scheme is a very positive program in operation at Beaufort College since 1996. It fosters a sense of trust between the students, parents, and the school with the aim of maximizing the participation of students and parents in the learning process as a whole. Post-primary school is an exciting, challenging, rewarding but sometimes difficult experience, not only for students but also for parents. School life is not solely about what a student achieves between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
There are many other factors that contribute towards the experience of school life scheme recognizes the parents as the primary educators of their children and is constantly looking at ways to support parents in this important role.
*Home visits are an excellent way of “checking in” with parents and listening to their views and concerns.
*Many parents participate in a wide range of courses, which are run during the school day. These are free of charge and cover many subjects including First-Aid, computers, iPads, Sewing, Parenting, stress management, substance abuse awareness and cookery. These are mostly held in the Parent’s room in the school. Such courses not only help parents learn new skills but also recognise the importance of parents having time to chat amongst themselves. It also gives them the opportunity to share in the life and work of the school alongside their children. The HSCL Tab on the school website has information on upcoming classes, a link to our Parents’ Facebook page, information on events & agencies plus galleries from previous parents events. The scheme coordinator is Ms. Aileen Moran. Aileen is available to discuss on a personal level matters of concern with parents. If preferred she can make the visits to the home. The scheme is also supported by input from the Principal, Deputy Principal, Year Heads, Guidance Counsellors, SEN Team, LS Teachers, Tutors and class teachers.
For more information on the HSCL programme contact Aileen: 086-0235401.
