A RECENT parental survey conducted at The Downs Primary School and Nursery has

revealed overwhelming satisfaction with the school’s performance across several key areas,

including student happiness, safety, behaviour management, academic expectations, and

communication. The survey, paints a picture of a school community built on trust, care, and

high standards.

Parents expressed strong confidence in their children’s overall wellbeing at the school. When

asked whether “My child is happy at this school,” 95% positive response rate. Safety ratings

were equally impressive, reflecting a school environment where children feel both secure and

content.

The school’s academic standards and expectations were also met with approval. When asked

whether “The school has high expectations for my child,” and“My child does well at this

school,” nearly 9 in 10 families believe the school sets appropriately high standards, showing

parents not only trust the school’s academic rigour but also feel it is effectively supporting

student success. One parent commented informally, “I can see how much my child has

progressed — both in learning and confidence.”

The school’s communication practices also received strong endorsement, with a 95%

satisfaction rate. Parents feel well-informed and involved in their child’s education, thanks to

consistent updates via meetings, reports, or digital tools. One parent noted informally,

“I can see how much my child has progressed — both in learning and confidence.” Another

parent echoed this sentiment, with one stating:

“We always know where our child stands. The school sets the bar high and helps students

meet it.”

In light of the survey, Rob Calderwood, the school’s Headteacher, expressed gratitude:

“We are delighted with the trust and confidence our families have shown in our work. These

results reflect our commitment to high standards, student growth, and strong home-school

partnerships. We will continue working hard alongside our community to build on this

feedback. .

Emma Bloomfield, Executive Headteacher for PCLC was proud of the strong vote of

confidence the local community has shown the school stating;

“It is wonderful that parent’s responses reflect the great work that takes place every day at

The Downs Primary school, showing how well it nurtures its students emotionally,

academically, and socially.

With positive feedback across nearly every area surveyed, The

Downs stands out as a trusted school dedicated to continuous improvement and strong home-

school collaboration.

With such robust support from its community, the school is well-

positioned to continue delivering high-quality education that meets the needs of every child.