The Role of Parental Involvement in Student Academic Outcomes in Myanmar

Parental involvement in education sectors has been recognized as a strong predictor of student academic performance and success. The current study examines the role of parental involvement in student educational outcomes in Myanmar. The research targets the parents of international school children and employs a qualitative method. Primary data were collected using semi-structured interviews from nine parents and analyzed using thematic analysis. The results show four main dimensions of parental involvement: support at home, communication with stakeholders, participation in school activities, and motivation. Parents actively participate in and are involved in their children’s education process, communicating with various stakeholders through parent-teacher meetings to understand their children’s academic performance and attendance. They participate in school activities to motivate their children both emotionally and physically. Parents face challenges due to time limits and communication barriers when they are involved in their children’s academic journey. The results highlight the vital role of parental involvement in children’s educational outcomes.