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Parent Link
Welcome to the NLIS Parent Link Page
- About Parent Link
- Upcoming Events
- What are the aims of Parent Link?
- What is the structure of the group?
- How does Parent Link communicate?
- How can I contact a Parent Link representative?
About Parent Link
The North London International School (NLIS) Parent Link is a lively and active part of the school community. Parent Link is composed of a group of parent representatives from each year group. There are two active parent link groups at NLIS – one for the Lower School and one for the Upper School.
Parent Link Mission Statement
Parent Link exists as a liaison group between parents, staff and school administration set up to help build and maintain a strong and thriving school community.
Parent Link Events 2011
| Date | School | Event | Location | Amount Raised |
| 23rd Feb | Upper School | Parent Link Meeting |
Jubilee Hall 19:00 |
N/A |
| 1st March | Lower School | Parent Link Meeting |
Woodside Library 09:00 |
N/A |
What are the aims of Parent Link?
Community Building
Role of building the school community by regularly liaising with the parents at NLIS. They are also available to listen to and respond to the needs of parents and point them in the right direction to get help from within the school.
Activities
Plans and runs activities within the school, which are often fund raising or social events
Fund Raising
Upholds a fund raising profile supporting the school’s ongoing Cambodia appeal
Consultation
Available for the school to consult on decision making that affects the education and care of the children in the school
New Parents
Parents new to NLIS will be introduced to Parent Link members to welcome them to the school and have the opportunity to discuss questions or concerns they may have about school matters
Social
Maintains a social element to its activity programme both within school and outside as well. This gives parents opportunities to participate in regular activities.
What is the structure of the group?
Meetings
*Upper School Parent Link Meetings
Jubilee Campus
First Thursday of every term
19:00 hrs.
NLIS staff present – Mr J Hopkins (Upper School Principal) & Miss A Harris (Marketing/Communications Manager)
*Lower School Parent Link Meetings
Woodside Campus (library)
First Thursday of every term
09:00 hrs.
NLIS staff present – Mr M Parkin (Lower School Principal) & Miss A Harris (Marketing/Communications Manager)
Class Representatives
These individuals have the role of encouraging other parents to attend meetings and to promote and support the programme of activities
How does Parent Link communicate?
With School
The liaison representative from Parent Link is in regular contact with the Communications Officer to ensure a two-way flow of communication
With Parents
The Parent Link members are in regular contact with all parents at the school. Parent Link has the aim of maintaining contact to encourage maximum participation
How can I contact a Parent Link representative?
Every NLIS parent is encouraged to contact Parent Link members with questions or concerns. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with a representative and introduce yourself. Please see contact information in the section below.
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Upper School Parent Link Contacts List
Lower School Parent Link Contacts List
