Parent Survey Results
Hanging Heaton CE (VC) J&I School
Parent Survey Summary – October 2025
Response rate: 62 of 132 families (47%)
We would like to thank every parent and carer who took time to complete our October 2025 survey. Your feedback helps us celebrate what is working well and plan next steps together.
What Parents Said
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Question |
Positive Responses |
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My child is happy in school |
98% |
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My child feels safe in school |
100% |
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The school makes sure that behaviour is good |
100% |
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I would recommend this school to other parents |
100% |
Themes From Parent Comments
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You Said… |
We Did / Are Doing… |
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You’d like a Sports Day parents can attend |
A Sports Day will now take place every year with families invited. |
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Children would like to wear black boots in winter |
This has been agreed – smart black boots are permitted. |
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You asked about a Breakfast Club |
We are exploring demand and logistics and hope to launch one soon. |
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You suggested more rewards for pupils |
We now celebrate with Star of the Week, Dojo Champion, Munch Lunchtime Star, attendance prizes, and more. |
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You wanted more after-school clubs |
Forest School is new this year; more clubs are being planned. |
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You’d like more sporting competitions |
We’ve already joined netball and cross-country events and will add more this year. |
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You mentioned Year 6 leavers’ celebrations |
Plans are being developed with local venues. |
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You wanted clarity on the mixed-class curriculum |
Parents will be invited to a meeting later in the year to discuss our curriculum design. |
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You raised site-security / fencing concerns |
We are fundraising and seeking quotes to install higher fencing as soon as possible. |
- Strengths
- Children are happy and safe in school.
- Behaviour and relationships are consistently positive.
- Parents show complete confidence in recommending the school.
- Leadership acts promptly on suggestions and communicates clearly.
- Next Steps
- Continue investigating a Breakfast Club and additional after-school activities.
- Keep families informed about security fencing progress.
- Host the planned curriculum information meeting for parents
- ❤️ Thank You
We are proud that parents recognise Hanging Heaton as a safe, caring, and inclusive school. Your feedback helps us make it even better.
Together, we’ll keep building a school where every child can thrive.