Kingsclere CE Primary School greatly value parents and carers feedback to support the school in recognising what is going well and areas for improvement.  Since November 2021, we have asked parents and carers to complete a ‘Parent/Carer Survey’ twice a year, regarding the school and hold parent/carer working parties to discuss aspects of the school.

We have been extremely pleased with our survey results that have shown progress and improvement year on year.  In November 2023, 99.2% of our parents and carers (from 121 parents/carers that completed the survey) stated that they would recommend Kingsclere CE Primary School to another parent or carer.  This has increased considerably from 85.9% in November 2021.

Please see some of the results below from November 2023, all of which have shown considerable improvement over the last few years.

We recognise the importance in building positive and effective parent/carer, pupil and teacher partnerships.  We always encourage parents and carers to talk to their class teacher in the first instance regarding any concern and then a member of the Senior Leadership Team to discuss any next steps as required.  We appreciate feedback from parents and carers regarding what is going well and also appreciate feedback about areas for improvement.  This helps our staff team to ensure every child in our care has the best possible start in life and helps us to achieve our school vision for all our pupils.

Below are some of our parents’ and carers’ comments about Kingsclere CE Primary School which are from the last two parent and carer surveys linked to the questions asked:

‘All staff are very approachable. There is a real sense of community. We are very pleased that both of our boys are lucky enough to be schooled here. Communication is varied and timely. Thank you all.’

‘Questions and queries I’ve raised have been answered quickly. My daughter is happy here, thank you to all the staff for their hard work.’

‘My child’s teachers are wonderful and always approachable.’

‘Teachers have high expectations and my children have made excellent progress in all areas of their learning.’

‘Kingsclere is a lovely school with a positive and inclusive culture for learning. My child is very happy here, with some great friendships and enjoys both the lessons and the after school clubs.’

‘Great school and responsive support.’

‘I am really pleased with the school.  We are new to the area and my child has settled in extremely well.’

‘We are very happy with the wide, varied curriculum and opportunities that are available for both of our children. We feel that their learning is nurtured and supported and they are both very happy at the school.’

‘I find that the school and all staff are incredibly supportive of both our children and they are very happy within school.’

‘We have found that all teachers go above and beyond with our boys. They are both very happy to attend school and literally run in, in the mornings. Any issues are dealt with well by staff. The after-school clubs are very varied and fun, giving much variety. SEN support has always been good and personal to the child.’

‘My child is very happy here. The teachers always have a smile for us and I know he is well looked after.’

‘Teachers are amazing.’

‘The school has been responsive to concerns raised by parents and caregivers.’

‘The staff are caring and invest a lot into the school and wellbeing of the pupils. My son is a happy and enthusiastic pupil. I would (and have) recommended the school to prospective parents.’

‘I love the school and I am so pleased my children are so happy here, any problems the school deal with it asap and to a high standard, I would recommend the school to all local residents and we love all the teachers!!!’’

‘Lovely and very helpful staff.’

‘We are grateful to the school, the staff and the effort and dedication they put into ensuring our child feels safe and supported.’

‘My daughter is very happy here. I like the fact that so much is put on Seesaw, it’s a great way to communicate. Communication has definitely improved. Thank you to all the staff for their hard work.’