End of Year Parent/Carer Questionnaire ... - Tidemill Academy

End of YearParent/Carer QuestionnaireSummer 2010Parent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

The teaching is good at TidemillStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1% 33% 66% 99% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

My child likes the lessons and findsthem challengingStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 2% 47% 51% 98% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

Staff expect a lot of my child andhelp them to achieve the best oftheir abilityStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1% 39% 60% 99% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

My child feels safe and secure atschoolStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 0% 0% 39% 61% 100% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

I know Tidemill has a duty of care toprotect my child and that wherenecessary this may involve help/support from outside agenciesYes No Didn't know 3% 13% 84% Parent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

My child doesn’t feel bullied orpicked onStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 7% 1% 48% 44% 92% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

My child feels safe using thecomputer at school and at homeStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 0% 35% 65% 100% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

My child has an adult in the school theycan talk through a problem withStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 3% 0% 50% 47% 97% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

Tidemill promotes a healthy lifestyleStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 50% 50% 100% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

Tidemill has a fair behaviour policythat rewards good behaviourStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Didn't know 1% 1% 1% 36% 61% 97% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

Tidemill has a fair behaviour policythat provides clear sanctions forinappropriate behaviourStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Didn't know 2% 0% 3% 43% 52% 95% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

The school is led and managed wellStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1% 39% 60% 99% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

I am kept well informed about howmy child is doing at schoolStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Didn't know 3% 0% 37% 60% 97% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

I am kept well informed about eventsand extra-curricular activitiesStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1% 0% 37% 62% 99% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

I feel comfortable about approachingthe school if I have a problem orquestionStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1% 35% 64% 99% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

I know how to help my child withtheir learning at homeStrongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Didn't know 2% 46% 52% 98% positiveParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

What 3 things do you rate most highly aboutthe school?……summary of all 222 commentsBehaviour policy, Supporting children to achieve, InclusionTeaching, Creativity, SecurityI like the fact that good behaviour is rewarded, The enthusiasm and dedication of staff, Thefact that discipline is importantThe staff in the office, The teachers, EverythingTeaching, Supporting children, PunctualityLearning, Good values at schoolGood communication, Good development, Good creativityTeaching children to the best knowledge of their ability, Very helpfulMotivated staff, Positive agendas, Tia loves it!Tidemill is a creative school, Tidemill promotes a healthy lifestyle, the school is led andmanaged wellGood teaching, Positive environment, Role of administration is remarkableDiscipline is good, Learning to standard, Organisation - BrilliantAcademic achievement, School trip - informing, Extra curricular activityDiscipline, Respect - linked between parents and schoolThe teaching and my child listening to stories in the schoolMaths, Art, P.EThe work shop is a good idea, The teachers are goodParent involvement with children’s education and information given, Friendliness of all staff,Extra facilities/clubs e.g. morning & after school clubsThe book scheme, The creativity, The learn through play approachStaff support, School academy support, CreativityThe teaching, Curriculum activities, The staffBehaviour, Respect, Good learningMy child finds it fun coming to school, They are more creative and well disciplinedI am informed about how my child is doing, The teaching, I know how to help my child athomeMade to feel welcome, My child feels safe and is happy to go to schoolTeachers' ability to teach, Well structured learning, Parents are well informedStaff help my child a lot, Safe, Very well informedTeaching, Frequent updates or feedback from teachers, Computing system or teachingValue put on punctuality, Involving the parent in teaching, Good materials sent home, Valueput on play and PEExtra-curricular activities run after school, Friendly staffThe teachers at Tidemill, Creative school, Safe and secure at schoolGood teaching, Healthy lifestyle, Children feeling safe and secureI like the school because it takes school attendance very seriously, there is alwaysprogress in whatever we see as a concernCreativity, Great teachers, Healthy dietTeaching & learning (fantastic), Behaviour, AttainmentTeaching, After school activitiesThe teachers communicate with you anytimePromotion of good behaviour, Promotion of healthy eating, Creative workI like that it is strict, It helps children with behaviour difficulties, They get speech therapyhelpThe presence of the head teacher at the school in the mornings and eveningsParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

What 3 things do you rate most highly aboutthe school?…. Good communication between teachers and parents, Good teachingEducation, Time keeping, DisciplineI like their music group and when picking up I'm always told how well she has behaved.High expectations from children, Information about achievements and activities as well,Activity clubsHaving 2 adults in class, Numeracy teaching is good, Reading teaching is very good,School friend etc. on premisesTeaching, Care, FacilitiesCommunication, HomeworkEducation, Parent meetings, ArtBehaviour policy, Staff, ManagementTeaching, Support from staff, School environment (safety and security)Staff committed to education and well being of children, Inappropriate behaviour dealtwith speedily, Effort to ensure/encourage healthy eating and lifestyleFriendly atmosphere, Children want to attend, Children who behave do not suffer for theones who do not behave, Good encouragement for children to do their bestTeam spirit/sense of belonging, Staff attitude, Inspire workshops, Wake and shake/playground dance (fabulous!!)Friendly staff, Lots of support for parents, High level of teachingThe teaching, Staff, PositivenessQuality of education, The role it plays in bringing in the diverse community together,Caring attitudeTeaching, Policy that reward is good behaviour, Safe and secure at schoolManagement, TeachingEducation is very goodSafety, Good attention, Good understandingApproachable staff members, Good community atmosphere, High standards for pupils andparentsTeaching, Activities (curriculum)Tidemill works alongside parents very well, Always feel well informed, Encouraging the children todo their bestThe wrap-around childcare, The staff management - they seem to know the children and actuallyenjoy teaching the company of kids, The culture - inclusive, accepting and positive about learningTeaching, Staff, Opportunities for children and parentsThe rewarding of good behaviour i.e. passport trips, The different ranges of extra-curricular afterschool activitiesCan speak of child’s concernsCreativity, Safety, Health promotionPassport system for behaviour, Educational trips, Parents inspire workshopsThe teachers, The way we are informed, The way you can talk to anyone if you have a problemStaff are approachable, School is managed wellTidemill is doing well and teaches children how to do well in the communityTeaching methods, Behaviour, Staff responsibilitiesEducationTeaching, Helping the children who need extra help, Contact with parentsGreat staff, Children are happy, MulticulturalTeaching, Healthy eating, ActivitiesVery well educated, Good discipline, High levels of achievementThe staffThe learning is good, Wonderful teachersParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses

What 3 things do you rate most highly aboutthe school?…. Teaching - responding quickly to any situations that arises, Communication betweenschool and homeBeen able to talk to teacher when concerned about any child, Teachers encourage you andas well as themselves to support your child and help towards learning problems for mychildStrict, Friendly, ReasonableA good atmosphere, Lovely and friendly staff, High standards set for pupils to followThe teachers are always trying to help, Behaviour policy, Everything Tidemill has to offerSEN policy & action, After school activities, School workSafety, Protection, TeachingBehaviour, Attendances, PunctualitySafety, Teaching practice, Teacher child parent relationsThe school is led and managed well, My children enjoy coming to school, The teaching isgoodPromotes a healthy life style, Staff expect from the childrenApproach towards the children's growth, Activities that give confidence to the child, WelfareApproachable staff, Work and presentation on walls, ActivitiesProfessional/friendly staff, Enjoyable after school clubsBehaviourCreativity, drive and commitment of all staff which translates to pupils' achievementsA very good school, It's a disciplined schoolTeaching, Punctuality, CommunicationTeaching - Mr Ellis, Organisation/management, Information is clear and given out well inadvanceFeedback from teachers and help if needed, Passport trips and encouraging the children indifferent waysEnthusiasm of staff, Dedication of staff, My daughter's attainment since starting hereThe way good behaviour is rewarded, The extra curricular activities, The level of teachingTeaching, Friendships, TripsBehaviour policy, Subjects, TripsThe help and support for children who need it, The way good and bad behaviour is dealtwith/rewardedGood standard of learning, Helpful and encourage families to ne involved, Keeping parentsinformed about the child's progress, Encouraging pupils with daily homeworkThe teaching at school, My child likes the lessons and finds them challenging, The school isled and managed wellExtra-curricular activities, Cohesion between school and homeGood teachers, Healthy food, They give honest feedback about my childInvolving parents in activities, Informing and updating parents about events/activitiesExcellentTeacher parent relationships, Academic level, High standards of disciplineAfter school activities, Approachable teachers and staff, Good standard of teachingGood leadership, Good teaching, DiversityParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responsesEasy to talk to staff when you have a problemThe teaching of my child, The help that has been given, The way that the children arereward3ed for good behaviourTeachers are helpful, After school clubs, Behaviour tripsReading, Writing, MathsKeeping parents well informed e.g. events and meetings, Good teaching standards, AntibullyingpracticesThe rewards of good behaviour, Extra help with work, Information about your child's schoolwork

What 3 things do you rate most highly aboutthe school?…. The ability to recognise strengths/weaknesses and put in place strategies to improve, Goodafter school facilities, EventsCare, Teaching levels, Reward systemApproachable staff meetings, Good community atmosphere, High standards for pupilsBehaviour policy, Teachers, Creative lessonsQuality of teaching, Relationships between adults and childrenFriendly, ReliableI am happy with everythingTeachers, Children at Tidemill schoolDisciplined staff and children, The staff communicate to parents really well and are humble,Education is really better than the previous school where my kids wereCommitment of staff, The way children are encouraged, The sense of communityThe standard of learning, Healthy lifestyle, Effective information on guests and extracurricular activitiesStaff are approachable, School is managed wellBehaviour, Attendances, PunctualityThe teachers helping towards the children's learningExtra help, Relationship with parents, Lovely environment for learningThe fact that since my son has been attending Tidemill he has improved at home and inevery part of his lifeTime to go to school and go home, Very good teacher, Good spaceLearning structure, effective results, Positive attitude, Keeping children focused and creativeLearning, Extra curricular activities, SecurityStandard of teaching, Staff go over and above for parents, Staff are very approachableParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responsesCommunity with parents, Educating the studentsQuality of education, Procedures of school, Support from staffLots of activities, Positive teachersThe school is led and managed well, I am kept well informed about extra curricular activities, The teachingis goodTeaching, Creativity, SecurityTeaching, Safety, KindnessDiscipline, Approachability, CommunicationThe relationship I have with various staff members, The encouragement of staff given to pupils in order forthem to do wellTeaching, OFSTED report, BehaviourThe emphasis on the creative artsExtra help with work, Knowing my child is safe at school, Kept informed about what is going on in schoolTeaching, Teachers, TripsThe safety at school for my child, The creativity of the school, Behavioural policy and expectancy of mychild's performanceStandard of teaching, Support parents get to enable them to get involved with helping their children,Information on children's developmentParental support (Lisa), Kept well informed, Strict but fairLessons (some), School journey, Friendly atmosphere especially admin teamGood teachers, All the policies put into force, High OFSTED resultsEducation of literacy and maths, Friendly and welcomingBeing able to approach the class teachers and speaking to them about my childrenTeaching, LessonsWelcoming atmosphere, Warm friendly staff, Although I do that the children's manners could be workedon, Well above other local schoolsThe teaching/leadership, Pastoral careThe school is good in sports, The student in the school behave well, Tidemill is a creative school

What 3 things do you think need attention inorder to improve the education, facilities oropportunities for the children?……summary of all104 comments To get more activities to do at homeMore time - although Tia will join full time very soon, How to capture the kids' attention enough to listenand learnInfrastructureHomework for children, Respect to elders, Be more attentive at schoolHome work, more readingListening, Attention, ComputersSitting - they should not be sitting on the floorBuilding, Teaching environment, The staffing levelsSome children below, they need extra help for learningI hope the new school building has better access, More emphasis on reading, writing and maths, Schoolcould possibly look into rubberised playground?Let parents know what children eat at schoolMore availability of spaces on over subscribed clubs that develop learningMore space for the school clubMore information in advance about after school clubs, Also it will be great to have music after schoolclassesCounsellors for children having problemsMaking friendshipsBigger classrooms, More staffAwareness of backgrounds (culture) of individual kids to aid in understanding behaviour, More support tokids regarding discipline and learning, Promotion of parent-parent interactionOne to one tutor after school or at homeCar parking is dangerousEach child should be given challenging work, Children should be monitored more closelyFacilities will no doubt improve when the school moves to the new building, I think the other twoaspects are best answered by staff and pupilsRegular reminders about effects of bullying, Toilets…, Playground activities for the older childrenWhen the school is sending text's please send a day or 2 before the dayCrowded car parkDo more homeworkReward good behaviour, My child is progressing well and enjoys events and days outFinding this hard! Will need to think about this!The year 1 students could be given more regular homeworkRoad safety directly outside schoolBe more creative with space and group sizes - especially in the early years, Find ways of learning ingroups and different room areas to have regular times with fewer than 30 kids in the same roomMore homework, A homework book where homework is collected (no floating papers), More frequentparent/teacher meetingsDo more homeworkWater fountain - need new ones and more, Bigger corridors, Workshops helping parents teach theirchildren at home, Changing roomsI think that everything in place is fine except for one text or letter per familyConfidence building for children specially boysStill not had a reasonable response to my question on the policy on detention in regards to restrictingtoiletsMore learning clubs i.e. maths, English, etc.More choice of activity clubsParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responsesSchool dinners, More information for children in school

What 3 things do you think need attention inorder to improve the education, facilities oropportunities for the children? After school clubsRoad safetyChildren's safety outside the schoolBehaviour of few individuals, Uniform, Parent child after school activitiesPlayground staff to treat all children fairlyHomework club - after schoolMore help for support at homeHandwriting practice for year 2, More homeworkFamily liaison in regards to attendanceMusic lessonsGeneral facilities (new school), Gifted and talented pushed harder, More musicI think there should be a new way of writing by (dictating) that way they will concentrate as wellMore homework, Information about current topics (e.g. maths) would help to support child's learning athomeMore dancing in the mornings!, More community involvement, More parental involvementYou need to organise this kind of meeting at least 3 times in the year so that the parent can help their child.One time a year is the doctor after the deathTo let the children know more about their works, To let the parents know more about children's characterand in their studiesMaybe a survey to ask parents what they would like to do to help, More performance eveningsMore P.E. equipment, Improve school dinners (more choice needed), Cleaner toiletsFacilities need improving, Mini buses/coaches should be used for school trips, Homework should be morefrequentHelp with maths for pupils, More sportsParent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responsesAwareness of the difficulties for working parents to attend all meetings during the day, Short noticegiven for meetings and special days e.g. for costumes etc.The year 1 students could be given more regular homeworkMore P.ETo improve by letting me know about Jake's day by day progress, Improving English for Jake tohave confidenceEveryday homework :)Have more clubs because some clubs are always fullGive homework to children everyday. I am willing to help them at home because they are on top ofeverything, More strict and not soft with the kidsBeing an older building probably hinders facilities. Things will improve once at the new siteConfidence building for children specially boysTo let the child do more things on their ownTo keep promoting positive attitudes, Usual learning, Keep setting targetsSmaller class numbers Perhaps more assistantsMore information to parentsChildren's safety outside the schoolEach child should be given challenging work, Children should be monitored more closelyI think that everything in place is fine except for one text or letter per familyI think there should be a new way of writing by (dictating) that way they will concentrate as wellEducation, Behaviour, BullyingPreparing children earlier, from about year 1/2, so they don't struggle in upper classMusic, Gifted event for - maths, scienceMore teachers

Would you like further informationabout academy status?Yes No 23% 77% Parent Questionnaire Results Summer2010 - 348 responses