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

Question

Positive Responses

My child is happy in school

98%

My child feels safe in school

100%

The school makes sure that behaviour is good

100%

I would recommend this school to other parents

100%

 

Themes From Parent Comments

You Said…

We Did / Are Doing…

You’d like a Sports Day parents can attend

A Sports Day will now take place every year with families invited.

Children would like to wear black boots in winter

This has been agreed – smart black boots are permitted.

You asked about a Breakfast Club

We are exploring demand and logistics and hope to launch one soon.

You suggested more rewards for pupils

We now celebrate with Star of the Week, Dojo Champion, Munch Lunchtime Star, attendance prizes, and more.

You wanted more after-school clubs

Forest School is new this year; more clubs are being planned.

You’d like more sporting competitions

We’ve already joined netball and cross-country events and will add more this year.

You mentioned Year 6 leavers’ celebrations

Plans are being developed with local venues.

You wanted clarity on the mixed-class curriculum

Parents will be invited to a meeting later in the year to discuss our curriculum design.

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.