Schools Committed to Working with Parents to Nurture Students

We thank Ms Heng Mui Cheng for her letter "Let parents help shape decisions in education system" (April 23) and agree that parents are our key partners in education.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) and schools work closely with parents and regularly engage them for their feedback on education issues through various channels, including discussions and surveys. MOE also conducts larger-scale engagements on specific issues, such as the recent review against bullying that Ms Heng mentioned, and on school-home partnerships.

This year, MOE will hold a series of Education Conversations on how the education system can better support the holistic development of our children. Parents, educators, students, researchers and the community will be invited to share their ideas and perspectives.

We recognise that parents and other stakeholders may not hold the same views on some issues. We carefully consider all perspectives, taking into account our students' best interests and their holistic development.

MOE remains committed to strengthening the partnership between schools and families, and will continue working with parents to nurture our students and support every child to thrive.

Sharon Yeo
Divisional Director, Engagement and Research
Ministry of Education