Parent Voice – Surveys, Feedback and School Improvement 2026

Your Voice Matters at Haslam Park

At Haslam Park Primary School, we want every family to feel that they belong and that their contribution matters.

We are proud of the positive feedback we receive, but we know that strong partnerships depend upon listening to all voices, including those who raise concerns or suggest improvements.

We will continue to provide opportunities for parents and carers to share their experiences, celebrate their children's achievements and help shape the future of our school.

We do not simply want parents to be involved in school life. We want them to help shape it. It is about listening, responding and working together to make a positive difference.

We regularly invite parents and carers to share their experiences through questionnaires, conversations and school events.

We are pleased that our surveys reflect many positive experiences of school life, particularly the care and support provided by staff, children's happiness, high expectations and communication with families.

We also recognise that not every family always have the same experiences. We welcome constructive feedback and use it to help shape our ongoing improvement work.

February 2026 Parent Survey

Our February 2026 parent survey reflected strong levels of confidence among responding families.

Key Findings

What parents told us	Positive responses
My child is happy at school	100%
My child feels safe at school	100%
The school ensures pupils are well behaved	100%
My child achieves well at school	98%
I receive helpful information about my child's progress	98%
The school wants my child to succeed	98%
I would recommend Haslam Park to another parent	98%

These results provided encouraging feedback about the school's welcoming environment, positive relationships, expectations and commitment to children's learning.

You Said, We Responded – February 2026

You said: We would welcome even more after-school clubs.

We issued a further questionnaire to find out which clubs families would like to see offered, helping to inform consideration of additional opportunities.

You said: We would like greater variety in school meals.

Mrs Roughley met with the school cook to discuss parents' suggestions and raise them with Bolton Council, which provides the school menus.

You said: We would like more opportunities to come into school and share in our children's learning.

We held a Stay and Read event for World Book Day, promoted our Eid celebration more widely and scheduled additional Stay and Read opportunities following class assemblies.

These examples demonstrate how parent feedback can influence practical decisions and help strengthen our partnership with families.

September 2026 Parent Survey

In September 2026, 40 parents and carers responded to our latest questionnaire.

We are grateful to everyone who took the time to share their views.

What Parents Told Us

Survey statement	Yes
My child is happy at this school	98.5%
My child feels safe at this school	98%
The school makes sure my child is well behaved	98.5%
The school wants my child to do well	98.5%
My child does well at this school	98.5%
The school lets me know how my child is doing	95%
My child studies a good range of subjects	95%
There is a good range of clubs available	90.5%
I would recommend this school to another parent	98.5%

Responding to Parental Concerns

We are pleased that the overwhelming majority of parents who had approached school for support reported a positive experience.

We recognise that every concern matters, and we remain committed to ensuring that all families feel heard, respected and supported.

We are particularly proud of the positive comments shared by families in September 2026.

These provide valuable insight into the everyday experiences that matter most to parents and children.

A Caring, Safe and Inclusive School

“The school provides a very supportive and caring environment for pupils. The staff are approachable, dedicated and genuinely committed to helping every child feel valued, safe and confident.”

“The school provides a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where students feel comfortable being themselves.”

“Good support to children, staff is kind and supportive.”

These comments reflect the importance our families place on positive relationships, emotional security and a welcoming school environment.

High Expectations and a Love of Learning

“A lot of emphasis on reading which is great.”

“Very good and positive learning environment.”

“You guys help my child do well and she is happy everyday because you guys make everyday fun for her I hope u guys can carry on this kindness for long”

We are delighted that parents recognise the importance we place on both academic achievement and children's enjoyment of learning.

Communication and Approachable Leadership

“The headteacher responds to and resolves issues promptly.”

“The school head teacher is approachable and tries her best to resolve the concerns raised.”

“The school always keeps us informed of everything that is happening in school.”

“Great engagement by the head teacher on the dojo app.”

We believe that approachable staff and clear, regular communication are essential to building trust between home and school.

Meaningful Parent Partnership

“There are plenty of opportunities for parents to engage in with school, communication is good and rewards for children is a positive incentive.”

“The school gives me the opportunity to find out how my child is doing and to see what they have been working on during parents’ evening. I also have the opportunity to read with my child.”

We value opportunities for families to share in their children's learning and celebrate their achievements.

Supporting Children and Families

“Free breakfast club is off to an amazing start and staff should be very proud of their selfs for how they have handled this.”

“My daughter need SEND support at school and very well provided by school.”

“Helping new Reception children settle in. My child has only been here a few weeks, but Mr Hesketh has been brilliant all-round and my child is thoroughly enjoying their time so far.”

These comments highlight the importance of individual support, positive transitions and practical provision that helps children feel ready to learn.

Celebrating Children's Achievements

“All the certificates on a Friday for different things from learners of the week to star of the week.”

“Clubs, staying on top of reading, maths TTRS.”

We are pleased that families recognise the importance of celebrating children's effort, progress and wider achievements.

You Said, We Listened – September 2026

While the survey highlighted many strengths, parents also identified areas where we can continue to develop our provision.

We welcome this feedback because it helps us understand different experiences and make informed decisions about future improvements.

Extracurricular Opportunities

Some parents were unsure about the range of clubs and activities available.

We recognise the importance of communicating clearly about extracurricular opportunities and ensuring that families understand how children can participate.

Our next step: Review how clubs are advertised and consider parent feedback when planning future activities.

Individual Support and Communication

A very small number of parents expressed concerns about aspects of the support provided for their children.

We recognise the importance of listening carefully to individual circumstances, maintaining clear communication and ensuring that parents understand the support available.

Our next step: Continue strengthening conversations with families and ensuring that parents and carers are involved in decisions about their children's needs.

Responding to Concerns

Although most parents who had raised concerns reported that school had helped them, a very small minority of feedback highlighted the importance of ensuring that families feel informed and reassured about how concerns  are addressed.

We recognise that children's wellbeing must always remain a priority.

Our next step: Review how concerns are followed up and communicated, and consider how we evaluate whether actions have been effective.

Our Commitment

We will continue to listen, reflect and respond, ensuring that feedback from families contributes to school improvement and strengthens children's experiences.

We recognise that these are areas for continued review. We will share further updates as actions are completed and their impact is evaluated.

How We Use Parent Feedback to Improve Our School

We believe that successful parent partnership is about more than gathering positive comments or measuring attendance at events.

We want to understand whether our work with families makes a meaningful difference.

We therefore consider:

• Whether parents feel welcomed, respected and listened to.

• Whether families receive clear and accessible information.

• Whether parents understand how their children are learning and progressing.

• Whether concerns are addressed effectively.

• Whether families of children with SEND feel involved and supported.

• Whether barriers to participation are recognised and reduced.

• Whether feedback leads to appropriate action.

• Whether our partnership contributes positively to children's wellbeing, confidence and achievement.

We recognise that survey findings reflect the views of participating families rather than every parent and carer.

We also recognise that the February and September surveys may not be directly comparable because the respondent groups and circumstances may differ.

We therefore use the findings to understand families' experiences, identify priorities and inform our ongoing improvement work.