📱 Staying Connected with ClassDojo

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, we use ClassDojo to build strong, positive partnerships between home and school. It’s a secure, easy-to-use platform that helps us share learning, celebrate achievements, and keep you informed every step of the way.

🏫 What is ClassDojo?

ClassDojo is an online platform that allows us to:

• Share photos, videos, and updates from the school day
• Send messages directly to parents/carers
• Celebrate learning and achievements
• Translate messages into over 35 languages

All communication is kept safe and secure, and your child’s full name will never be shared.

📰 School Story

This is where we post:

• Whole school news and updates
• Letters and reminders
• Termly Lenthall Learning Challenge class maps
• Attendance information and reminders
• Our weekly Be Proud Celebration every Friday
• Our weekly Golden Diners every Friday

Parents can “like” posts, but commenting is disabled to keep communication clear and focused.

📸 Class Story

Each class has its own Class Story, where teachers share:

• Photos and videos of learning
• Class-specific updates and reminders
• Files and resources to support learning at home

🗂️ Portfolios

Teachers may set home learning tasks through your child’s Portfolio. You can upload photos or videos of your child’s work, and teachers will respond with positive feedback.

Please ensure any uploads are appropriate and that children and family members are fully dressed.

💬 Messages

ClassDojo Messaging allows:

• Direct communication between parents/carers and class teachers
• Celebration messages and reminders from staff
• Translated messages for families who need it

Please note:
Messages should relate only to home learning and must reflect our school’s values. Teachers will respond during school hours only, in line with our commitment to staff wellbeing.

Examples of appropriate messages:

• “Thank you for sending your home learning—it looks fantastic!”
• “Please remember to bring your glasses to school tomorrow.”
• “Congratulations on your BE PROUD nomination!”

🔒 Safety & Consent

To keep everyone safe:

• All parents/carers must read and sign our ClassDojo Parent User Agreement
• Consent is required for your child’s face to appear on ClassDojo
• ClassDojo must not be used to report absences, safeguarding concerns, or school issues

For these matters, please contact us directly:
📞 01246 414569
📧 enquiries@lenthall.derbyshire.sch.uk

🛠️ Need Help Setting Up?

Scroll down for a step-by-step guide to setting up ClassDojo on your device. If you need support, just get in touch—we’re happy to help!