Family engagement reflection and planning tools

The F.A.C.E.S Welcome review is a tool designed by the Australian Council of State School Organisations. The tool assists school teams to reflect on their current environment and how welcoming it is. The tool also provides templates for developing strategies to improve.

The Family-School Partnerships Framework, designed in collaboration between Australian Council of State School Organisations (ACSSO) and the Non Government Schools' Peak Parent Association, discusses the principles and practices which support the improvement of family - school partnerships.

TheStrengthening Family & Community Engagement resource builds on the Family-School Partnerships Framework and extends into an assessment tool for school teams to map where their school sits in each of the 7 key guiding dimensions discussed in the Framework.

GAYBY BABY’s School Action Toolkit explores the diversity of the modern family unit. By viewing and subsequently completing activities drawn from the documentary GAYBY BABY, your school can create a safe and welcoming environment for diverse families.

Go to the website to download the free resource for your school or view the video here