Welcome Back from Our Chair of Governors
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back! I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable break after what was a busy half term, which ended on a real high with Young Voices. The children were absolutely amazing, and it was a joy to see their confidence, enthusiasm and teamwork shine on such a big stage. I would also like to extend a huge thank you to the staff who supported and prepared the children so brilliantly; opportunities like this simply wouldn’t happen without their dedication and commitment.
Parent Survey Feedback
Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our recent parent survey. We received 34 responses, and governors have spent time carefully reviewing both the data and the written comments. We are really pleased with the overall results, which show strong confidence in the school:
• 95% said their child is happy at school
• 100% agree the school supports children’s learning and progress well
• 91% agree the school has high expectations of pupils
• 100% agree the school keeps their child safe
• 97% agree the school supports children’s mental health and wellbeing
• 94% feel their child is included and supported
• 100% are confident in the school’s leadership and vision
• 79% agree the school communicates well with parents
• 100% agree the school supports children’s learning and progress well
• 91% agree the school has high expectations of pupils
• 100% agree the school keeps their child safe
• 97% agree the school supports children’s mental health and wellbeing
• 94% feel their child is included and supported
• 100% are confident in the school’s leadership and vision
• 79% agree the school communicates well with parents
The written feedback highlighted many positive themes, with parents describing the school as inclusive, encouraging and supportive. It was especially heartening to read your views on how much staff genuinely care about the children, the strong underlying values of the school and the way confidence and kindness are actively promoted.
You Said, We Did / Will Do
1. Communication
Parents asked for clearer communication, more notice of key dates and better preparation for transitions in the summer term.
Parents asked for clearer communication, more notice of key dates and better preparation for transitions in the summer term.
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Mrs Wolfe has already streamlined the weekly newsletter to make it clearer and easier to digest, with key dates highlighted.
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We are also planning a session towards the end of the summer term where parents can meet their child’s next class teacher and hear more about what to expect in the coming year.
2. Reward System
There were mixed views on the current reward system, with some parents feeling rewards are given too frequently while others felt their child’s achievements were not always recognised.
There were mixed views on the current reward system, with some parents feeling rewards are given too frequently while others felt their child’s achievements were not always recognised.
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The school will be reviewing the reward system and further communication will be shared once this work has progressed.
3. Staffing Updates
Some parents asked for more frequent updates about staffing changes. Whilst we understand why this information is important to families it is not practical for the school to provide daily or weekly updates. We would like to reassure parents that:
Some parents asked for more frequent updates about staffing changes. Whilst we understand why this information is important to families it is not practical for the school to provide daily or weekly updates. We would like to reassure parents that:
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Class staffing information will continue to be shared on a termly basis. Any permanent/long-term changes to the main class teacher will always be communicated to parents at the earliest opportunity.
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Staffing ratios are always appropriate to ensure that the safety, wellbeing and quality of education for pupils is never compromised.
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Where staffing changes may affect children with SEND, the school works closely with those pupils to help them understand and feel secure about any changes in the classroom.
Other Improvements
In addition to the above, the school is:
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Updating the website to include more information about the governing body and adding a Frequently Asked Questions section to make key information easier to find.
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Creating more opportunities for parents to come into school and see learning in action, including initiatives such as Book Looks and Roll Up and Read.
On behalf of the governing body, thank you once again for your feedback and continued support. We are proud of our school and remain committed to working in partnership with parents to help every child reach their full potential.
Best Wishes
Jenny Hewitt
Chair of Governors