To be filled in by teacher/school

• "Today I have been": Select an emoji to reflect how the student has been at school (happy, sad, angry, tired, or worried), with extra space to provide details or explain what happened.

• Toilet section: A space to note whether the child has used the toilet, with room for notes and emojis to indicate whether it was pee or poop.

• Eaten lunch section: Space to let the parent know if the child has eaten, with additional space to detail what was eaten or note if they haven’t eaten enough.

• "You should know": For any other relevant information the school wants to pass on to the family.

To be filled in by parent/carer

• Date section: A dedicated space to note the date for easy tracking.

• Emoji for sleep quality: Choose an emoji to reflect your child's sleep quality, with extra space to add notes for more detail.

• Breakfast section: A space to note whether your child had breakfast, with additional space to provide more details about what your child ate for breakfast.

• "You should know": Room to jot down anything relevant that happened in the morning or the night before that might impact the day.

To be filled in by parent/carer

This page of the Communication Diary provides a comprehensive overview of the child’s key details, including their strengths, needs, likes, and dislikes. This section is designed to help anyone interacting with the child quickly understand their preferences and behaviours, ensuring they receive the best possible support. By filling out this section, parents can provide valuable insights into the child’s unique characteristics, helping teachers, caregivers, and other staff members tailor their approach to meet the child’s individual needs and foster a positive environment.