Parents and caregivers are an integral part of their children’s education. At Western Springs College we encourage communication between home and school through a variety of avenues:

• An annual barbecue is held early in Term 1 for new families and staff to acquaint themselves. It is a relaxed, informal and friendly occasion.
• Regular report evenings are held so that parents can meet teachers to discuss each student’s progress and, where necessary, to establish direct, ongoing links. Details of report evenings are included in the report mail-out.
• In Term 1, signposting reports are mailed to parents and caregivers indicating each student’s progress.
• Two full reports are completed for each level at mid-year and end of the year.
• School newsletters are published on the school website three times per term on the Monday of weeks three, six and nine. The first newsletter of the year is posted to parents in the third week of January.
• Open Week is an opportunity for parents - current or prospective - to visit the college during school hours, meet staff, students and other parents, and observe classes during a conducted tour.
• Enrolments at Western Springs are made by appointment through the college office.
• Parents and caregivers are consulted about students’ courses.
• There is ongoing contact between form teacher, dean and home via telephone or email.
• Our website www.westernsprings. school.nz keeps parents informed of upcoming events.