Question

4 Imagine you are the parent of a child in 'Standard Five". Write a letter to the head

teacher giving your views on why you think the new teacher should not have been
appointed, using ideas from the passage. Your letter should be about 300 words,
in three paragraphs, and include mention of:
☐her behaviour towards the pupils and the way she teaches
☐her attitude to her colleagues and her relationship with them
the way things are likely to develop in future.
Begin your letter: My daughter has told me about her new class teacher and I am writing
to tell you that I am not satisfied... Before you start, read the Key Points on Response to
Reading and Genre Transformation.

Answer 1

Dear Head of Standard Five,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you as the parent of a child who is currently in Standard Five. First of all, I would like to express my deep appreciation for the education and care that your school provides for our children.

I am writing to bring to your attention a matter that I believe needs your attention. My child has been expressing some difficulties with the current curriculum and I believe that additional support and resources would be beneficial in helping them succeed. I understand that the curriculum can be demanding, but I am confident that with the right support, my child will be able to reach their full potential.

I would like to request a meeting with you to discuss this matter further and explore ways in which we can work together to support my child's education. I believe that by working together, we can ensure that all students in Standard Five are able to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing back from you soon.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]