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Castle Gardens Primary School, Newtownards
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Parental Survey Results

6th Nov 2017

The parental survey was completed before half term and the results can be found below.

This year we had returns completed by 59 people compared to 111 last year meaning that each response is worth 1.69%. Figures are rounded to the nearest whole number.

Question

Strongly Agree

Change from last year

Agree or Strongly Agree

Change from last year

Don’t Know

My child is happy and settled in school

 

59%

-19%

98%

0%

2%

Teachers are caring and show commitment to my child’s welfare.

56%

-4%

93%

-2%

3%

Teachers are committed and enthusiastic

54%

-3%

86%

-13%

12%

The school has a clear vision.

53%

+11%

85%

+10%

12%

My child is encouraged to work hard and do their best

63%

+9%

97%

+13%

3%

The school provides opportunities for me to discuss my child’s learning needs.

51%

+7%

98%

+17%

2%

The school has a culture of high expectations for all children.

41%

-2%

92%

+3%

5%

Learning experiences are matched to the needs and abilities of my child.

 

51%

+10%

95%

+17%

3%

Staff treat all children fairly and with respect.

 

56%

+9%

87%

+8%

3%

The school is well resourced to meet the needs of all pupils.

 

41%

+5%

88%

+3%

3%

Pupils in this school are encouraged to behave well.

 

58%

+2%

100%

+4%

0%

Pupils in this school are well behaved

 

42%

-

94%

-

3%

If my child is unwell or unhappy his/her concerns would be listened to sympathetically.

 

46%

-4%

93%

+12%

2%

The school encourages children to be active and healthy.

 

71%

+20%

100%

+4%

0%

I am confident that the school will deal with any complaints or concerns I may have.

 

51%

+8%

90%

-3%

7%

The school provides a range of after-school activities that extend children’s learning.

 

53%

+9%

97%

+8%

3%

The school encourages my child to develop his/her personal and social capabilities.

 

44%

+1%

93%

+1%

3%

The school encourages good attendance and punctuality.

 

64%

+13%

100%

+5%

0%

The school is welcoming and there are opportunities to get involved.

 

56%

+9%

98%

0%

2%

The school works hard to promote and maintain good links with parents

 

53%

+13%

96%

-4%

2%

As a parent, I am well informed about what is going on in school

 

47%

+10%

97%

+29%

3%

The school works hard to promote and maintain good links within the local community.

 

47%

+10%

84%

+16%

12%

Many parents have asked about wearing the "choir uniform" on a more regular basis.

From September 2018 we could introduce the option for pupils in P3 to P7 to wear a shirt, tie and v-neck jumper on a daily basis. The v neck will not have a logo on it and will be widely available from outlets including supermarkets. The school sweatshirt and polo shirt will remain for all pupils to wear throughout the school therefore giving more choice and options for all parents.

 

Would you welcome a wider range of uniforms that our pupils can wear?

Yes: 41/59

69%

No: 18/59

31%

Many schools put a significant number of photographs on their social media on a daily basis.

We intentionally limit the number of photos that we post on social media, preferring instead to post on our website.

 

Would you like to see more photos on our social media pages?

Yes: 35/59

59%

No: 24/59

41%