St Peter's RC Primary School

PARENTAL FEEDBACK

Parent Survey March 2024

This questionnaire was sent out in our March 2024 newsletter and parents were also given the opportunity to complete it at Parent’s evening on Thursday 21st March

39 Responses were collated

"My child always come out of school happy and is full of good energy."

"We feel our child is learning and making friends which is important to us."

"Very supportive teachers and a lovely atmosphere"

"The teachers go above and beyond in this school. My kids are attended to for their individual needs and they feel supported and safe. "

"My daughter loves her class and teachers, she is happy and enjoys going to school to see her friends and learn."

"Always happy to go into school. Never any problems"

"My two daughters are extremely happy at St Peter’s. They love their teachers and teaching Assistants and always come home very happy."

"Issues with peers and workload"

"Both really happy and love coming to school"

"She is well supported and included"

"My child loves coming to school and regularly talks about the children and teachers there that make his day a pleasant experience."

"My children love to come to school and have friends there. They are always happy when they leave school at the end of the day and will always tell us about their day and what they are learning. They engage with all activities, reading and homework and often initiate doing these themselves. "

"My daughter is currently in year 4. She is thoroughly enjoying school and enjoys most subjects, she is also growing in confidence due to the great opportunities provided in extra curricular activities such as sports clubs, drama and choir. She feels well supported by the staff and is happy which shows every day. "

"My child moved to this school in January 2023 after moving schools due to bullying at his previous primary school. Since being at St Peter’s he has made secure new friendships, been supported by staff and encouraged by his PE teacher who has had an immensely positive impact on him."

"Adults are always about to greet the children. Morning and after school club."

"My children would tell me if they didn’t feel safe and I would also know by their body language. They love school and tell me that they learn about being safe online, practice fire drills and walking around school sensibly to keep everyone safe. "

"As a parent I don’t have any safeguarding concerns regarding my child’s safety at this school. I have my three children attending St Peter’s and have always been extremely happy with the love and care the school has provided. The staff are always visible & present at the start & end of day. The school policies are available to read on their website should I choose to do so. "

"My child has thrived since attending and has grown up so much in her tantrums."

"I did have a concern I raised with a teacher and she seemed to deal with it very well."

"The kids from this school are exceptionally well behaved and kind to each other"

"The school uses the rocket and class marbles to reward behaviour. Children know the consequences for reaching a red and most adhere to this. "

"There never really seems to be any issues regarding negative behaviour. When attending competitions or share events to watch my daughter, the children appear respectful but relaxed around staff. They seem to have a positive ethos around praising/recognising good behaviour but also due to the faith of the school I feel that forgiveness and support is given in equal amounts when children make the wrong choice. No school is perfect but I genuinely feel St Peter’s has the balance just right

"The rocket behaviour system is clear to both children and parents. The children know that there are consequences for both good and bad behaviour choices. Good communication between home and school ensures parents are kept up to date with their child’s behaviour so they can work alongside school and promote consistency when needed."

"My child was not bullied but we have had a few issues which have been dealt with. Emailed and spoke to both teacher and after school staff and feel that issues was sorted."

"Issues with another child but dealt with quickly."

"I have been made aware by another parent that something may have happened, I'll ask at parents evening."

"I haven’t had or heard of bullying at this school. If there has ever been issues around friendships it has been resolved immediately and any concerns have been dealt with sympathetically by staff. "

"My child’s teacher is amazing. The effort she goes to let parents know what their children have been up to or about to get up to is second to none. She communicates everything and is very approachable. "

"Breakdown leaflet and updates on tapestry and today seeing evidence of what child is up to and learning."

"Parents are always fully involved."

"Always given a planner every term"

"We are always given a "planning overview" and have access to the class page so we can continue to encourage from home."

"A parent information. Sheet is sent home each half term with each subject explained. This is also on the website. "

"We receive regular updates via curriculum planners/website news and monthly newsletters."

"Curriculum maps, newsletters, letters, the parent text app and the school website are updated regularly to keep parents well informed."

"My child has been quickly provided with extra help when it is needed."

"My children are not SEND but I know the school supports all those who do with lots of interventions and support."

"The class teacher and Head teacher were refusing to differentiate for my child and did not take my concerns seriously. However, since my child got an official diagnosis this has improved."

School response- the school tries to ensure that gaps in attainment do not grow so children are provided with year group spellings and homework for their year group. Work within lessons is scaffolded to support individual needs.

 "My child is not on the SEND register"

"My child had a little anxiety going to school one day. And one of the TA’s from another year group was on the gate and I explained why my child was teary and she said she’d walk my child into and let her teacher know which she did I was very impressed that she looked after my child so we’ll even though she wasn’t in her year group. "

"I have never had any concerns"

"Every concern that we have had the teacher has been really good with communication and helping us with them."

"Any queries are always answered promptly by the head teacher or class teachers."

"If there was an option to say 'sometimes' this would be more accurate."

"Inadequate notes on CPOMS Safeguarding meetings triggered with no evidence noted as to why." Response- School is restricted by GDPR laws regarding provision of information.

 "I have not had to raise any concerns"

"Class teachers and SLT always reply promptly to any messages sent and make themselves available for face to face conversations if needed."

"From what we have seen and read on the school we hope our child achievements are high along with a good experience from his school time."

"I appreciate this as we want them to do well in life."

"My child is supported and encouraged to succeed, she is given opportunity to thrive and to push herself but is also happy, well adjusted and loved."

"Sometimes the academic expectations and homework expectations are too high."- Response- We have responded to parental feedback and reduced homework to daily reading, spelling and maths recall. Homework is a difficult issue as some parents would like more homework.

"My child thrives since attending. And I can say all her teachers and support staff are the best"

 "We are pleased to hear that our child is where he should be at, at this time. We were informed what the next stage of learning will be for the next term. We was asked if we have any issues that we could contact the teacher to discuss."

"My daughter is at expected level for her age in most areas with greater depth in reading. She loves the school library and is encouraged to read material she enjoys. The school has always encouraged reading for pleasure, she reads football programmes, joke books, science magazines plus poetry books and books about diversity. She is a reading champion and absolutely loves her job as a reading buddy every Thursday with the ks1 children. "

"After being bullied at his previous school, my son’s confidence and pride in his work suffered significantly. The staff at St Peter’s have helped to rebuild his confidence, support and help him believe in himself again which can clearly be seen in the progress he is making."

"The teachers are fantastic and updates all parents with everything."

"Tapestry is a great tool to see what my child is learning and that he is joining in. Also that you can put on what they are learning at home."

"I really like the use of Tapestry for my son in Reception "

"I always feel very involved and welcome at parents evenings."

"Parents evening is a good chance to hear how they are doing. I would have thought it there were any concerns, they would be voiced via other channels too."

"Yes through termly parent teacher meetings. But if I did have an issue staff are available at the end of the day or through teacher email. "

"It took the school 3 months to raise safeguarding concerns with me the parent"-  Response- School follow Rochdale thresholds for safeguarding and any serious safeguarding concerns are phoned through immediately. School follow advice from the safeguarding team. We are sometimes asked to monitor children for a period of time.

"Parent’s Evenings are well organised and staff communication is very good which promotes a strong home-school relationship."

"Extra curricular sport is amazing at St Peter’s. Mr Lord always gets the children involved. There was a recent day where the school had an outsider in to do activities for science. Bridget loved the day and Martha took my dad into the science fair after school. "

"Yes my daughter studies a broad range of subjects and especially enjoys the themed study weeks such as science week. She also enjoys religious studies and her ongoing sacramental programme & PE."

"Not sure what clubs there are for reception class ages." Response- Due to the length of the school day and the age of the children most clubs are available for older children.

"My child takes part in activities, but not clubs (reception age)"

"Potentially would like the option of clubs for the reception class"

"Lots of opportunities for the children to take part in after school clubs."

"There isn’t a lot of sporting after school for reception which my son wants to do."

"Limited availability and places for some after school activities also only a few for each year"

"There appear to be lots of activities and clubs available."

"Yes but often the same children are chosen."

Response- We will always try to ensure that if a child does not get a place one term then they are prioritised the next term for an after school club.  

"Yes lots of clubs are available, she currently attends drama, cricket, cross country, table tennis and choir."

"I feel the range of clubs available to my child is one of the main reasons he thrives so much at St Peter’s. In particular the sports clubs and after school sports opportunities are excellent."

"My child learning about his faith whilst he is learning is education."

"My little girl is quite shy and I know the teacher does a great job in reassuring her and helping build her confidence."

 "My children are praised for their efforts both inside and outside of school. They have a celebration wall where photos are displayed and are able to share in assemblies. "

"The staff are very caring, however, certain practises prioritise academic achievement over emotional health."

"Most certainly and I have done to my sister for my nephew and other friends "

"I am very happy my children have got to go to this school."

"Unsure if I would recommend" Response- We are more than happy to discuss any issues which you may have and eager to discuss ways to improve.

"I have and will continue to recommend this school. I have been attending the school for the last 17 years and feel very lucky that my children have and continue to have positive experiences at this primary school. My son is 23 and talks with such fondness about the positive memories and loving, caring staff that worked there (many still do) I have seen 3 headteachers all different but all passionate and hardworking doing their best to keep the wonderful reputation of the school. "

"Although my child appears happy at this school I don’t feel safeguarding of the children is a priority." Response- This is a strength within our school and we would welcome a discussion of any of your concerns.

"This school is exceptional, attentive to the children’s learning and development and there is an excellent support network for parents. Thank you to all the staff for all your hard work."

"Miss Barrett is a fantastic teacher! She puts her everything into the children’s learning and makes sure she provides a lovely space for them all. Thank you"

"Thank you to the wonderful staff at St Peter’s for all your hard work. I have two very happy girls who love school. "

"I think the after school clubs are great to help with up coming SATs however feel these should have also been available in earlier years so it’s not so much pressure on the year 6 children"-Response- We have very limited funding available so need to prioritise the oldest children. In the Summer term we focus on Yr5 so that they have a good start to Year 6.

"This school is a wonderful place. You can see how happy children are when they come through the gates each morning. Staff are friendly and supportive and the whole school assemblies, masses etc are lovely, welcoming and represent how wonderful the children are here. "

"Staff work really hard. Communication has improved. Learning topics are clear. The children are looked after well. However, effort needs to be more publicly acknowledged instead of achievement being the measure of success. I'd like to see less academically gifted children having their progress recognised. And not everything has to be a competition! Some children find the pressure of a competition too self inhibiting. Let's celebrate joining in without having a winner every time. Creativity without the comparison to others, or the pressure to perform. Lastly, Homework expectations can be too high."

"It's a fantastic school and I am so pleased my child attends. The only thing I would like is more frequent updates on either twitter or the website showing what the children are doing in class. It is lovely to look at the website photo slides together with my child so would be great if we could do this more. "

Response- We will try to do this.

PARENTAL FEEDBACK

I really like-

How well behaved the children are, lovely manners and the culture of the school

The communication we receive from school.

My child enjoys going to school. Teachers are fabulous with her.

If I have any issues the school always sorts it out.

My child has made fantastic progress. The curriculum is engaging and my daughter always astounds me with what she learns and retains.

Any problems are dealt with swiftly. Parents are always involved.

How safe my children feel when attending school. How they never come home in a bad mood and how they both enjoy coming to school each day.

As a family, we love everything about St Peter’s and have been extremely happy with every aspect in relation to our daughter’s education and wellbeing.

I really like how welcoming the staff are and how they respond to circumstances beyond control.

Mrs Bailey is very helpful and always sorts things out very well.

How approachable all the staff members are. If there are any problems they are dealt with immediately.

Our child is new to the school but so far we have been overwhelmed by the welcome she has received, the commitment of her teachers and the loving atmosphere of the school.

The warm and welcome feeling to the school!

The way the school keeps parents up to date and all teachers are approachable.

Warmth and community of the school.

Friendly and caring environment that encourages pupils learning and development, strong leadership, good teaching and family atmosphere.

The tapestry app is great. It’s good to see what the children are up to.

My child really enjoys coming to school. The extra curricular activities especially drama and choir and the teachers work very hard with the children.

My child comes home happy and enthusiastic every day. There is a great home/school relationship and the updates on the website are fantastic.

Strong Catholic Ethos and values.

I have had 3 children which have always loved this school. It will be a shame when my daughter leaves this year.

All staff go above and beyond to support my child.

The organisation of the school in general. I feel they making changes and improvements each year.

Suggestions-

As the school year starts meet the teacher and visit the new classroom.

Update photos more regularly on website

A little more notice for extra curricular events and parents evening

There are few places for after school activities

Children who "get it right" should be rewarded -they don't have to be outstanding. Easy tangible rewards such as certificates