OFSTED Quotes Regarding Parent Partnership in Existing LPPA Schools

Below are some quotes regarding parent partnership taken from the OFSTED reports of schools undertaking or that have completed the LPPA.

Dryden School:

Partnerships with parents are exceptional. This is confirmed by the many positive comments made on questionnaires, such as ‘The staff are always there if you need them or have a problem.’ Very good transition planning supports pupils as they reach the end of their school career.

Chestnuts Primary School:

“The many initiatives to raise attendance, such as the increased involvement of parents in their children's education, are having a significant impact."

Nightingale Primary School:

"Parents point to the way initiatives, such as a recent course run for them, have helped them to give their children more positive support at home. The opportunities that pupils are given to learn about their own and other cultures help to promote the harmonious relationships at Nightingale Primary between pupils from diverse backgrounds."

Hatfield Primary School:

“Parents are pleased with the improved information about their children's progress, as well as the opportunities which are now available for them to find out what their children are learning, and how they can help them to learn. The school works hard to try to involve families and parents actively and encourage them to support their children”

Rowlatts Hill Primary School:

“The school has worked very hard to develop supportive partnerships, both with parents and with outside agencies. Links with parents have improved considerably, so that many - particularly those of younger children - are able to play a positive part in supporting their children's education. ”

Arbourthorne School:

“Relationships with parents and their involvement in the life of the school are outstanding. Innovative approaches to homework involve parents effectively in their children's learning. The school's very strong partnerships with parents, outside agencies and the community have a very positive influence on children's well-being.”

Firs Hill School:

“The school has an extensive lifelong learning programme for parents and adults in the community. Parents are now closely involved in their children's work and twice weekly 'drop-in' sessions see many parents in school working alongside their children for the first half hour of the day as well as attending courses in their own right. This has had a significant impact on their children's learning. Parents are closely involved in helping their children if they have problems. Its main strength is that it sees leadership as 'not only being within the school but out of school, into the community.' In this it is highly successful, with many parents and adults in the community coming into school to help their children and also to improve their own skills. Governors are well informed and fully represent staff, parents and the community. They hold the school rigorously to account.”

Norfolk Community School:

“The school provides a high standard of practical support for vulnerable pupils and their parents, and pupils new to the school, allowing them to benefit fully from the school's many learning opportunities. The school's very effective leadership has taken strong steps to ensure that improvement is built on very sure footings and that staff, governors and parents contribute fully to achieving the shared goals. The staff in the Foundation Stage work extremely well with parents providing support, guidance and training. The school works exceptionally well with parents and outside agencies to ensure that all vulnerable pupils have access to everything that the school has to offer. The school provides many opportunities for parents to learn new skills to support their children's learning and this is very much appreciated by those who take up these opportunities.”

Raglan Infants School:

“This is a good school with many strengths. It is popular with parents, who particularly appreciate its friendly atmosphere. One commented, 'The staff in the school are welcoming and make each day an exciting new adventure.' Parents are also encouraged to share in the school community through coffee mornings, family learning and various workshops.”