In this programme, discover how newly qualified teachers Clare Hewitt and Kenneth Carmichael tackle two very different aspects of the parent/teacher relationship. Dr Julian Stern, head of educational studies at Hull University, also offers his advice. Kenneth, now at the start of his second term, faces one of his biggest challenges yet. He is writing formal reports for his Year 10 groups, at a critical time in their education and indeed in his own. Kenneth enlists the help of his mentor to ensure he tackles this time-consuming but vital task in the right way. At Parkside school Clare Hewitt is facing her first parents evening. It's often a daunting date for pupils, find out how Clare copes.

Video Series: Secondary NQTs
Release Date 2005