To help them achieve this, local authorities, or school proprietors, can now appoint a "parent champion". This person will be independent of both the local authority and the school but sufficiently experienced and skilled to act as the broker between parents and the local authority or proprietor.
The aim of having parent champions is to ensure good communication between the school and parents. They make sure parents are informed of the local authority's plans, ensuring they understand the issues and have an opportunity to offer their views.
How do we devise a school travel plan?
A school travel plan is a written document that outlines practical steps for improving children's safety on the journey to and from school. There are a number of steps you should follow in order to draft an effective plan.
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