What Are the Best Parenting Strategies for Academic Success?
“One of the most common questions that I get as a teacher (grade 5) is: «What are the best parenting strategies for academic success?» Do you have any advice for this query?”
In general, authoritative parenting is linked with better academic achievement in children. As you know, authoritative parenting is characterized by parents being warm and setting clear boundaries. Children who live in stable households, with a clear and consistent routine are more likely to do better at school. Parents can also support their children’s academic achievement by promoting a healthy sleep hygiene and nutrition habits.
Children tend to do better at school when parents expect them to do well but do not tie their children’s worth to their grades. It is important that children develop a sense of agency, and take ownership of their academic progress. As parents, we must support their learning but we must let our children take control of their academic journey. We must not do the homework for them, make decisions that they should be making, or interfere too much in their school life. We should protect our children but be careful not to overprotect them.
Children are more likely to do well in school when they like their school, feel accepted by their peers and teachers, and when they can regulate their emotions effectively. Along the same lines, children benefit when their parents are involved in the school’s life, by for example, attending parent-teachers meetings.
I hope this information helps!
Regards,
Ana
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