We really value the contributions, input and feedback we receive from our parents and carers.  We have conducted Federation Parent / Carer surveys in 2022, 2023 and 2024.  In all surveys, what comes across loud and clear, is that our greatest strength is our staff who educate and care for our children whilst at school.

The comments provided by our parents and carers also provide us with good discussions when reviewing our Federation Development & Innovation Plan, as well as our working practice going forward.

Below is the summary of responses to the questions we asked in the Summer of 2024.  We welcome feedback at any time from our families and if you'd like to contact us, please email your local School Office:

@ Hollow Lane – email school@ellentinkham.devon.sch.uk
@ Wayside Crescent – email college@ellentinkham.devon.sch.uk

SURVEY RESPONSES 2024

93.7% said their child was happy at school
92.2% said their child feels safe at school
90.6% said that should there be an incident involving safeguarding, they felt confident school would deal with the matter seriously, quickly and effectively
95.3% felt behaviour is consistently well-managed by staff
81.3% agreed when concerns had been raised, they had been dealt with properly
92.2% confirmed school makes them aware of what their child will be learning in a term and keeps them informed of progress being made
92.2% said the school gives their child the support they need to succeed
81.2% agreed that the school has high expectations for their child
93.8% said their child does well at the school
92.2% agreed the school supports their child’s wider personal development
84.4% confirmed there is a good range of subjects available to their child
54.7% said the school develops their child’s understanding of British Values
87.5% agreed communication between the family and teaching staff is good
82.8% stated communication received from school is regular, clear, concise, meaningful and timely
68.8% regularly access Earwig (our sharing assessment tool)
91% agreed they would recommend the school to another parent