ParentCarer Questionnaire Results Summer 2016 Introduction In July

Parent/Carer Questionnaire Results Summer 2016

Introduction • In July 2016 Questionnaires were given to every pupil for completion by their Parents / Carers • The Questionnaires comprised 32 questions covering the following areas: Ø Well Being & Outdoor Environment Ø Curriculum Ø Enrichment & Extra-curricular Activities Ø Behaviour, Pastoral Care & School Meals Ø Communication • There was also provision for additional comments to be made where appropriate. • 166 completed questionnaires were received back (Spring 2016 : 165). The responses have been collated, analysed and are summarised in this document.

Analysis • 27 of the questions requested Parents / Carers to select the appropriate option : Strongly Agree / Disagree / Agree / Strongly Agree. • For these questions a score was allocated to each answer: Ø Ø Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree +2 +1 -1 -2 • Where an answer indicated ‘Not applicable’, ‘Don’t know’, ‘Neither agree or disagree’, or no answer was given, a value of zero was allocated. • The total score for each question was divided by the number of scoring answers to give an average / factor score. • The average / factor score has then been ranked into order.

Additional Questions • There were 5 additional questions where Parents / Carers were asked for their views / opinions on the following matters: Ø Management and communication of changes to assessment and the removal of levels Ø ‘Wrap Around’ care facility Ø Communication / New Website Ø Parents Teachers & Friends Association Ø Mathematical teaching

Response Percentages

Top 10 No. Question Score Ranking Q 3 I feel welcome when I come into Markeaton Primary School 1. 77 1 Q 14 I would recommend Markeaton Primary School to another family 1. 75 2 Q 2 There is a positive atmosphere at Markeaton Primary School 1. 73 3 Q 1 My child is happy at Markeaton Primary School 1. 73 4 Q 15 Markeaton Primary School has a good reputation 1. 69 5 Q 16 School trips and visits enhance my child's learning experience 1. 68 6 Q 20 The school’s values and attitudes have a positive effect on my child 1. 64 7 Q 25 My child enjoys playtimes and lunchtimes 1. 63 8 Q 10 I think my child is taught well 1. 63 9 Q 17 Markeaton Primary School provides a varied range of enrichment weeks and activities. 1. 62 10

Bottom 10 No. Question Score Ranking Q 11 Markeaton Primary School has high expectations for my child 1. 40 18 Q 28 Parent/Carer consultation evenings provide me with the information I require about my child's progress and achievement 1. 37 19 Q 29 I think the school seeks my views and listens to my concerns 1. 35 20 Q 24 My child is confident that, should they have a problem, there is someone they can go to in school who will listen to them 1. 32 21 Q 12 Markeaton Primary School ensures that my child reaches their full potential 1. 29 22 Q 22 I think the school deals with any incidents of bullying effectively 1. 28 23 Q 8 I am kept well informed about how my child is progressing 1. 25 24 Q 7 I am kept well informed about what my child is learning at school 1. 21 25 Q 26 My child finds school meals enjoyable 1. 08 26 Q 9 I think my child gets too much homework. -0. 64 27

Well Being & Outdoors Environment No. Question Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Variance Q 1 My child is happy at Markeaton Primary School 1. 62 1. 73 0. 11 Q 2 There is a positive atmosphere at Markeaton Primary School 1. 53 1. 73 0. 20 Q 3 I feel welcome when I come in to Markeaton Primary School 1. 44 1. 77 0. 33 Q 4 The outdoor environment is effective at supporting creativity and learning. 1. 27 1. 42 0. 15

Curriculum & Leadership No. Question Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Variance Q 7 I am kept well informed about what my child is learning at school 0. 89 1. 21 0. 32 Q 8 I am kept well informed about how my child is progressing 0. 86 1. 25 0. 39 Q 9 I think my child gets too much homework -0. 41 -0. 64 -0. 23 Q 10 I think my child is taught well N/A 1. 63 N/A Q 11 Markeaton Primary School has high expectations for my child 1. 01 1. 40 0. 39 Q 12 Markeaton Primary School ensures that my child reaches their full potential 1. 04 1. 29 0. 25 Q 13 The school is led and managed effectively N/A 1. 60 N/A Q 14 I would recommend Markeaton Primary School to another family N/A 1. 75 N/A Q 15 Markeaton Primary School has a good reputation 1. 47 1. 69 0. 22

Enrichment No. Question Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Variance Q 16 School trips and visits enhance my child's learning experience 1. 59 1. 68 0. 09 Q 17 Markeaton Primary School provides a varied range of enrichment weeks and activities 1. 44 1. 62 0. 20 Q 18 Markeaton Primary School runs a wide range of afterschool clubs 1. 13 1. 47 0. 34

Behaviour, Pastoral Care and Meals No. Question Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Variance Q 20 The school’s values and attitudes have a positive effect on my child 1. 44 1. 64 0. 20 Q 21 I think behaviour is good at Markeaton Primary School N/A 1. 47 N/A Q 22 I think the school deals with any incidents of bullying effectively N/A 1. 28 N/A Q 23 The school treats my child fairly 1. 40 1. 47 0. 07 Q 24 My child is confident that, should they have a problem, there is someone they can go to in school who will listen to them 1. 29 1. 32 0. 03 Q 25 My child enjoys playtimes and lunchtimes 1. 43 1. 63 0. 20 Q 26 My child finds school meals enjoyable 1. 08 0. 00

Communication No. Question Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Variance Q 27 I think members of staff at Markeaton Primary School are approachable 1. 47 1. 59 0. 12 Q 28 Parent/Carer consultation evenings provide me with the information I require about my child's progress and achievement 1. 12 1. 37 0. 25 Q 29 I think the school seeks my views and listens to my concerns N/A 1. 35 N/A Q 31 Markeaton Primary School encourages parents/carers to play an active part in school life 1. 26 1. 58 0. 32

Homework • There was one question where there was an overall negative average / factor score of -0. 64: Q 9 : “I think my child gets too much homework” • This can be viewed as a ‘double negative’ – with the consensus being there is not too much homework. • By reversing the scores for this question to compensate for the ‘double negative’ effect, the revised average / factor score would be +0. 64. • However, this would still give this question the lowest ranking of the 27 questions assessed in this manner.

Q 34 : Mathematics Contribution • 48% of respondents said they would be willing to contribute towards the cost of resources to support new styles of mathematical teachings.

Wrap Around Care • There was a very positive response to the idea of a ‘wrap-around’ care which would run before and after school - for a nominal fee. Yes Maybe / Possibly 111 5 44 No Blank 5

PTFA • Thank you to all the parents / carers who expressed an interested in helping the PTFA, providing extra support and ideas for the future. • 30 respondents said they were interested, or were already involved in the PTFA. These contact details have now been passed on to Lindsey Mannion and Anna Gadsby.

The School Office • Questions?

Other responses (from two stars and a wish)… • “The whole school environment – which means my daughter is happy, safe, confident and loves going to school. ” • “My son has made super progress this year, I am very proud of what he has achieved. ” • “Positivity and staff approachability has improved. ” • “Improved methods of communication generally. ” • “The teachers really know the children in their class. ” • “Continued focus on the arts. ” • “Office Staff very helpful and informative. ” • “Inclusive Ethos. ” • “Highly skilled and caring support staff. ” • “We are proud to be part of this great school community. ” • “PTFA – unbelievable effort and dedication. ” • “A well taught and varied curriculum. ” • “We are thankful four child’s opportunity to learn a musical instrument. ”

Other responses (from two stars and a wish)… • “More outdoor learning opportunities. ” • “Put the wealth of parental knowledge to better use – don’t be afraid to ask. ” • “Keep a closer eye on bullying. ” • “No homework please!” • “More opportunities to come into school and see my child’s learning. ” • “Get rid of SATs. ” • “Allow parents to go on holiday during term time. ” • “Make it clearer how and when to communicate with staff. ” • “End of day pick up still feels a bit chaotic. ” • “More focus on Maths. ” • “Better website with clearer lines of communication from the classroom. ” • “More class assemblies please. ” • “More sport and PE, further challenging children’s fitness. ” • “More emphasis on healthy lifestyles and healthy eating. ”

Attainment headlines 15/16 Good Level of Development* Markeaton National 81% 69% *Children are defined as having reached a good level of development at the end of the EYFS if they have achieved at least the expected level in: the early learning goals in the prime areas of learning (personal, social and emotional development; physical development; and communication and language) + the early learning goals in the specific areas of mathematics and literacy.

Attainment headlines 15/16 Subject % at expected standard % at greater depth Markeaton National Y 1 Phonics 82% 81% N/A KS 1 Maths 90% 73% 8% 18% KS 1 Reading 87% 74% 48% 24% KS 1 Writing 78% 65% 33% 13% KS 2 Maths 67% 70% 19% 17% KS 2 Reading 81% 66% 38% 19% KS 2 Writing 81% 74% 42% 15% KS 2 SPa. G 83% 72% 31% 23%

Progress headlines 15/16 Subject Progress measure Reading 1. 6 National threshold -5 (minus 5) Writing 2. 7 -7 (minus 5) Maths -1. 4 -5 (minus 5)

Slight change to assessment in school • We have decided to slightly change the language we use to describe your child’s attainment (where they currently are within a subject). We have made this change so that it reflects the language which is used nationally in Y 2 and Y 6 SATs. We feel this change will make it much easier for Parents/Carers to track progress and become less confused by all the terminology that is currently in use: 1. 2. 3. 4. Beginning Working Towards Working At Working at Greater Depth • Everything else in terms of assessment, including our interpretation of assessment without levels, remains unchanged.

School Development Plan 16/17 • To close the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils (Pupil Premium) and non-disadvantaged pupils • To develop a Growth Mindset philosophy across the school involving pupils, staff and parents • To introduce and develop new strategies and teaching methods to improve mathematical standards across the school • To further raise attainment in SPa. G with a particular emphasis on spelling • To enhance the profile and provision of outdoor learning