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Friday, 15 November 2024 by Weduc

Why Trust leaders must put parents at the heart of their strategy

In the rush to achieve ambitious growth targets and metrics, are Trusts overlooking the importance of parents? Many Trust leaders are dedicated to their schools' success, but we can’t forget that parents are central to the survival and growth of your schools.

Thursday, 19 September 2024 by Weduc

40% disengaged: how parental disconnect might be shrinking your student body

Research has shown that most parents want better engagement with their children's schools, yet nearly half are drifting away.

Monday, 2 September 2024 by Weduc

How can schools and Trust’s mitigate the effect of declining pupil numbers?

More than ever, it’s crucial to build strong relationships with parents. A good reputation spreads through parent word-of-mouth.

Monday, 2 September 2024 by Weduc

Reputation, Reputation, Reputation; Shakespeare's message for schools and Trusts

With student numbers expected to drop, the pressure is on. A strong reputation could be the difference between a thriving school and one struggling to stay open.

Friday, 14 June 2024 by Weduc

What do parents want from your school’s communications?

Based on the results of our recent school communications survey, find out the common challenges parents are facing with their child’s school’s communications and what they really want.

Friday, 14 June 2024 by Weduc

School communications report: Trends to look out for in 2024

We recently carried out our annual school communication survey, asking staff from across all school types their opinion on their school communication systems. Find out what we discovered.

Thursday, 13 June 2024 by Weduc

Three lucky schools win big with ReachMoreParents by Weduc

Weduc launches a new version of its app to increase parental engagement. A host of new app features makes it easier for parents to stay up to date on their children’s education

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 by Weduc

Case Study: Cognita

How one secondary school streamlined, cost-effective engagement with students and parents with Reach More Parents by Weduc

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 by Weduc

How to measure effective communication in a school

In a recent survey, we found that while schools measure their communications highly, parents are feeling increasingly disengaged. Find out how to measure effective school communication with Weduc.

Thursday, 25 April 2024 by Weduc

Barriers to effective communication between teachers and parents

Strong parent teacher relationships are vital. But what are the barriers to effective parent teacher communication and how can schools overcome them? Find out here.

Thursday, 25 April 2024 by Weduc

How to improve communications with parents of children with SEND

Over 1.5 million pupils in England have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Find out how to improve communication with their parents with Weduc.

Thursday, 28 March 2024 by Weduc

The importance of family engagement in education

The benefits of family engagement are well established. Find out how your school can encourage family engagement with Weduc.

Thursday, 28 March 2024 by Weduc

Growing MATs: The importance of effective communication

When growing your MAT, it’s essential that you can put your trust in effective communication. Find out how with ReachMoreParents.

Tuesday, 20 February 2024 by Weduc

Is your MAT onboarding new schools? Align your comms effectively

Good parent teacher communication is vital for improving educational outcomes. Find out how your school can improve parent teacher communication here.

Friday, 16 February 2024 by Weduc

Ofsted's tips for better parental engagement

Their key findings summarised to help schools support students...

Monday, 12 February 2024 by Weduc

How to improve parent teacher communication

Good parent teacher communication is vital for improving educational outcomes. Find out how your school can improve parent teacher communication here.

Monday, 12 February 2024 by Weduc

Increasing parental involvement in education

You may understand the importance of parental involvement in education but do you know how to facilitate it? Find out here.

Monday, 12 February 2024 by Weduc

Your guide to involving hard to reach parents

The benefits of parental engagement are well known, so how can schools involve hard to reach parents? Find out here.

Tuesday, 2 January 2024 by Weduc

5 objectives for a great school website

What should a school website do? What should it say? Learn our top objectives to make yours stand out from the crowd. Find out what makes a good school website!

Tuesday, 5 December 2023 by Weduc

How to prepare school crisis plans

We explore how schools can make sure they’re prepared for any emergency situation by creating a crisis communication plan that keeps parents in the loop.

Tuesday, 5 December 2023 by Weduc

How to encourage parent collaboration in special education

Discover how to facilitate parent advocates for special education in this parental engagement blog.

Tuesday, 21 November 2023 by Weduc

Mass text messaging for schools: why it’s time to move on

Schools are seeking cheaper, more personalised solutions when trying to message parents...

Tuesday, 14 November 2023 by Rob Pointen

What does the consolidation of small EdTech businesses mean for schools?

As more and more schools find that their EdTech suppliers are now being run by huge corporations, the question is: will schools continue to experience the high standard of service and innovative technology they’ve been used to?

Monday, 30 October 2023 by Weduc

How schools can support parents helping with homework

Discover how schools can make it simpler for teachers to set homework, eliminate the risk of pupils forgetting, and our top tips for parents helping children with homework.

Thursday, 26 October 2023 by Weduc

How to get organised for school with an efficient timetable

Find out how to be organised for school and how to use your school timetable to benefit teachers and pupils with Weduc.

Thursday, 26 October 2023 by Weduc

How can schools implement inclusivity?

What is an inclusive school? Find out how your school can become more inclusive with ReachMoreParents.

Tuesday, 17 October 2023 by Weduc

Using technology to improve teacher and parent communication

Want to know how to build parent and teacher relationships using technology designed for schools? Find out how with ReachMoreParents.

Tuesday, 17 October 2023 by Weduc

The benefits of school timetabling software

Whether you’re looking for primary school timetable software or high school timetable software, find out everything you need to know with Weduc.

Tuesday, 17 October 2023 by Weduc

How to choose the right school attendance tracking software

Find out what to look for in a good attendance tracking software and how to identify which one is right for your school with ReachMoreParents.

Thursday, 28 September 2023 by Weduc

Communications with schools: Assessing parental engagement

A survey of parents on how primary and secondary schools perform when it comes to communications and engagement.

Monday, 4 September 2023 by Weduc

Everything you need to know about managing a classroom

What is classroom management and what is effective communication in the classroom? Find out here.

Friday, 25 August 2023 by Weduc

Teacher parent communication tips

Want to know how to effectively communicate with parents? Find out our top tips on parent communication for teachers right here.

Friday, 25 August 2023 by Weduc

How to create an effective school blog

Find out our top school blog tips and tricks, such as how to write school blogs and how to create a blog strategy, right here.

Tuesday, 8 August 2023 by Weduc

6 simple get-to-know-you activities to try with your new class for 2023

How to welcome your new class with open arms...

Tuesday, 1 August 2023 by Weduc

Why is e-safety important in schools?

Today’s young people are growing up as digital natives, meaning they spend huge portions of their lives in the online world.

Friday, 28 July 2023 by Weduc

Parents’ evening preparation: How to get the most out of the event

Parents’ evening isn’t just about teachers getting together with parents to talk about their pupils’ academic progress.

Tuesday, 25 July 2023 by Weduc

What business gurus can teach schools about managing a massive workload

Helping ease the load for School Business Managers...

Tuesday, 18 July 2023 by Weduc

Is your website difficult and costly to update? It’s time for an update

A guide of what to look for with your next school website.

Saturday, 24 June 2023 by Weduc

Starting September smoothly: how to make your parents feel instantly valued

Put parents at ease by showing them they are supported from the start.

Friday, 23 June 2023 by Weduc

4 transition activities to help reduce 'next step' anxiety

How to support your most vulnerable students through transition between different key stages.

Friday, 23 June 2023 by Weduc

All the benefits of online school payments – and how they can improve your school

Find out why more and more schools are taking their payments online – and discover all the benefits for your school.

Thursday, 22 June 2023 by Weduc

Online vs in-person parents evenings

We take a look at the changing landscape of school parents evenings, exploring whether virtual events are here to stay.

Wednesday, 21 June 2023 by Weduc

What’s the best way for parents and guardians to pay?

Find out why more and more schools are taking their payments online – and discover all the benefits for your school.

Friday, 16 June 2023 by Weduc

Leavers' assembly ideas

All you need for an awesome send-off for your class of 2023.

Thursday, 8 June 2023 by Weduc

Steering successful student transitions

Transitioning schools is akin to a seismic shift in a child's world, and Schools have their hands full too. But by identifying what information to collect and share, and establishing strong engagement with parents ahead of time, we turn the daunting into the doable.

Tuesday, 6 June 2023 by Weduc

Why it’s far from game over for gamification in parent communications

Many schools use gamification techniques to support children in learning. Now, we’re starting to see new strategies emerging to help encourage parents to better engage with their children’s education.

Monday, 5 June 2023 by Weduc

Navigating exam stress: a guide for schools

Explore key ways to support students through exam season. Discover stress-management strategies for schools, plus tools that parents and teachers can use to support students.

Monday, 5 June 2023 by Weduc

Handy checklist when considering a parental engagement software switch

To improve the all-important figure of engaged parents, 25% of schools surveyed said that the use of better school communications software would likely make a difference. Here's our handy checklist when switching systems.

Thursday, 25 May 2023 by Weduc

A checklist for subject leaders' end of term evaluation

Make sure you get everything ticked off before the summer holiday.

Wednesday, 10 May 2023 by Weduc

What does parental engagement actually mean?

An overview of parental engagement in schools, outlining what it means and why it's so important.

Thursday, 20 April 2023 by Weduc

Accessibility, visibility and efficiency: the benefits of homework software

Learn more about all the ways homework software for schools offers valuable benefits for teachers, students and parents alike.

Thursday, 20 April 2023 by Weduc

Are pupils using ChatGPT and what should schools do about it?

ChatGPT is the new kid on the block and it’s already making waves in schools. From cheating and plagiarism to what schools can do to combat the impact, find out everything you need to know here.

Thursday, 30 March 2023 by Weduc

Case study: Wyborne Primary School

Wyborne Primary School adopted the cutting-edge Reach More Parents software platform to streamline tasks for staff and remove unnecessary expenditures.

Monday, 20 March 2023 by Weduc

Weduc launches new version of its app to increase parental engagement

Weduc launches a new version of its app to increase parental engagement. A host of new app features makes it easier for parents to stay up to date on their children’s education

Monday, 13 March 2023 by Weduc

Case Study: Highfields Primary School

Highfields Primary School was determined to close the gap between school and home, and Highfields successfully leveraged Weduc’s engagement software.

Friday, 10 March 2023 by Weduc

Case Study: Moat Community College

How one secondary school streamlined, cost-effective engagement with students and parents with Reach More Parents by Weduc

Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Weduc

Parental engagement is key to attainment – but if you’re not reaching all parents, you can’t possibly engage them

The positive link between parental engagement and academic attainment has been proven, so how can schools make sure they are engaging all parents?

Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Weduc

The changing face of school communications in a social media age

Engaged parents make all the difference in a child’s educational attainment and wellbeing. So, how can schools harness the best features of social media communications?

Friday, 24 February 2023 by Weduc

Education for everyone: making teaching more inclusive

Insights from Weduc on creating a classroom that’s inclusive to all. Discover techniques to support students with disabilities, autism and other special educational needs.

Friday, 24 February 2023 by Weduc

How to deal with truancy in schools

Exploring the effects, causes and prevention of truancy in schools – starting with effective electronic attendance tracking.

Thursday, 23 February 2023 by Weduc

Reaching parents: The challenges schools face in our multi-channel age

A multi-channel approach to school communications opens many doors for greater parental engagement and collaboration. Providing parents with as many ways as possible to connect with their child’s school.

Friday, 17 February 2023 by Weduc

How can schools save money amid the latest budget cuts?

With school budget cuts on the rise across the UK, we’re sharing ways schools can save money – from top tools to emerging technology. Find out more in Weduc’s latest blog.

Monday, 13 February 2023 by Weduc

Weduc aims for double growth in 2023 following rapid team expansion

Weduc, aims to double its turnover over the next 18 months as it continues to invest in, expand, and improve parental engagement across UK schools.

Tuesday, 24 January 2023 by Weduc

Weduc makes key strategic appointments to drive growth strategy

Weduc has announced today two key senior appointments to drive its next-phase growth strategy.

Tuesday, 10 January 2023 by Weduc

How to avoid parent complaints: 5 strategies for schools

This article explores five ways to use your school communication software effectively to avoid parent complaints and build positive home-school relationships simultaneously.

Monday, 9 January 2023 by Weduc

What does the future of technology in education look like?

Check out our ‘Future of Technology in Education’ infographic for answers to questions like:‘What is EdTech?’, and ‘How will technology change education in the future?’

Wednesday, 4 January 2023 by Weduc

Reassuring parents about potential school budget cuts: use your communications software to help!

In this article, we explore 7 ways to reassure parents about potential school budget cuts, utilising your school communication platform to help!

Tuesday, 6 December 2022 by Weduc

How to differentiate home learning; here's 7 useful ways

We explore the top methods of differentiation and how to use these when setting online homework, reducing teacher workload whilst helping to fill knowledge gaps

Monday, 5 December 2022 by Weduc

New Headteacher Letter to Parents: Making a Positive First Impression

New Headteacher letters can be an effective way of introducing yourself; however, thinking outside the box can ensure a memorable and well-received parent introduction.

Thursday, 17 November 2022 by Weduc

How Schools Can Save Money - 6 Money Saving Strategies

The cost of running a school has increased with the cost of living and headteachers are looking for ways to save money across their schools.

Thursday, 10 November 2022 by Weduc

Overcoming the barriers to inclusive education

What do we mean by an inclusive education and how can schools support their teachers to provide for the needs of SEND children?

Monday, 7 November 2022 by Weduc

Are you ready to innovate in your school?

Education is going through a gear change as schools adjust and reexplore a new post-pandemic world. However, the adjustment to remote learning was just the beginning.

Friday, 4 November 2022 by Weduc

What information should your school’s website include?

Aside from keeping your school’s community connected and helping to advertise to prospective parents, what are the other benefits of making more of your school’s website?

Friday, 4 November 2022 by Weduc

Are schools held back by not engaging with EdTech?

Technology enables schools to do more things, quicker and more accurately. However, schools are hard to change but that doesn’t mean change is impossible - and there are risks to consider.

Wednesday, 19 October 2022 by Weduc

Boost your school’s Pupil Premium Funding: 7 ways to get parents signed up for Free School Meals

Boost your school’s Pupil Premium Funding: 7 ways to get parents signed up for Free School Meals this Autumn.

Wednesday, 12 October 2022 by Weduc

Parents’ evening: how to avoid the no-shows.

Do you know why your parents don’t attend parents’ evening? We share 4 simple strategies to avoiding no-shows and engaging your hard-to-reach parents.

Monday, 10 October 2022 by Weduc

School meals: How to cater for every dietary requirement

As varying dietary preferences and allergies become more common, find out how schools can make meal services cater to every dietary requirement.

Friday, 7 October 2022 by Weduc

Everything you need to know about making your school cashless

We all know the use of cash of outdated and inconvenient. Here we discuss how schools can make the switch to a cashless future, seamlessly.

Monday, 3 October 2022 by Weduc

Top tips for school leaders: How to prepare for a new academic year

With new timetables, pupils, and colleagues, the new academic year can seem overwhel

Friday, 23 September 2022 by Weduc

Case Study: Chilwell Secondary School and Sixth Form College

Parent involvement in school life, can be extra challenging in a secondary school. Chilwell Secondary school solved this problem with Weduc.

Monday, 19 September 2022 by Weduc

How can technology improve education?

Want to know how technology can help education and how schools can embrace it? Read on...

Tuesday, 13 September 2022 by Weduc

How a school money app can reduce workload

Online school payments are easy, confidential and offer school staff clear audit trails - as well as reducing risk and helping the environment.

Thursday, 8 September 2022 by Weduc

How to encourage the parent voice in your school community

Many parents will naturally engage with school life. The challenge is encouraging involvement from those more reluctant to interact.

Monday, 5 September 2022 by Weduc

CASE STUDY: Westlands primary school

How one primary transformed parental engagement & made life easier for staff.

Friday, 26 August 2022 by Weduc

Top tips for effective governor-parent engagement

Unpick what effective governor-parent engagement really is, what Ofsted look for and how to increase governor-parent interactions in your school.

Wednesday, 24 August 2022 by Weduc

Case study: Lady Jane Grey Academy

Discover why Lady Jane Grey Primary chose Reach More Parents to provide their modern and strategic communication solution.

Monday, 22 August 2022 by Weduc

Are you prepared for your ECTs?...a complete checklist for a smooth September

Make their first days in school meaningful.

Wednesday, 17 August 2022 by Weduc

5 effective steps to school social media management

Want to improve your school's social media strategy? Read on for our top tips.

Thursday, 4 August 2022 by Weduc

How to improve communication with parents

The importance of building strong relationships with parents.

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 by Weduc

7 Questions To Ask At Parents Evening

How to get the most out of those crucial 10 minutes with your child's teacher.

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 by Weduc

How to improve teacher-parent communication

Communication forms the basis of almost every interaction in an educational setting. These strategies will help you to get it right.

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 by Weduc

How to get parents more involved in school

8 ideas to help promote parent involvement within your school.

Monday, 25 July 2022 by Weduc

How to cut through the noise to reach parents

Top tips to be gleaned from the tech professionals about how to connect with parents.

Wednesday, 13 July 2022 by Weduc

Readying your school app for the new academic year

Essential housekeeping for your school app...

Friday, 1 July 2022 by Weduc

It's time to throw consent forms in the bin!

Ease the admin burden with safe, time-saving, online forms.

Thursday, 30 June 2022 by Weduc

A 10-step plan for improving parental engagement in schools

New and innovative ways to engage parents and keep them interested.

Thursday, 23 June 2022 by Weduc

Don't be short-changed by your school's custom app

Is there a genuine difference between the type of custom apps available for schools?

Thursday, 23 June 2022 by Weduc

5 time-saving tips for writing student reports

Student reports are key to parental engagement but how can teachers save time and stress when them?...

Thursday, 9 June 2022 by Weduc

How your school can stand out with a custom branded app

What do they offer beyond looking great?

Thursday, 26 May 2022 by Weduc

Engaging hard-to-reach parents: how to overcome the 5 most common barriers

There's a world of difference between communication that ticks a box and effective, purposeful engagement with families...

Wednesday, 9 March 2022 by Weduc

How video calls revolutionised parents' evenings

Parents' evenings via video calls are benefiting from more than just convenience...

Monday, 28 February 2022 by Weduc

School systems overload?!

Too many logins and passwords are creating a tangle of systems for schools...