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Organize interpreting for school discussions

Would you like to understand a school conversation well? Report the need for interpretation early. Children never have to interpret for their parents.

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That's what it's about

The school can organize professional interpreting for important conversations. This is normal and you are welcome to ask about it.

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You can do that now

  1. 01

    Report the need as soon as you receive the invitation.

  2. 02

    Ask the school who organizes and pays for the interpreting.

  3. 03

    Ask about intercultural mediation if more than language needs to be clarified.

  4. 04

    Ask for telephone interpreting at short notice.

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How to avoid common mistakes
  • Do not use your child as an interpreter
  • Do not report the need until the conversation
When advice makes sense

Professional interpreting is particularly important for complex or legally important conversations.

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