RSS-Parent/Caregiver Survey
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Planning for the future requires ‘taking stock’ of our present performance as a school, considering how well we are achieving national goals, as well as those detailed in our local charter.
While the Board has plenty of high-quality information about student achievement we also need to recognise that there are other characteristics of the school that impact on student achievement such as facilities, values, health and safety, teaching strengths and weaknesses, and the home-school partnership. This survey seeks your feedback on these and other areas.
Your responses are valued. They will assist in the process of thinking and planning for further school improvement and will support the revision of our school charter. Please return the survey even if you are only able to respond to parts of it.

Please complete this on-line survey or return the paper version by Friday, 27 August. Thank you for taking the time to fill out the survey.

David Reardon and Dan Gardiner

1. Learning and Teaching:
Choose one of the options provided for each of these sentences (indicating your level of agreement):

 Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree or disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree
RSS sets high expectations for student achievement
I am satisfied with the quality of learning programmes
Teachers are approachable and willing to discuss my child’s individual needs
I think employing additional teacher aides is good value for money for the school donation
There is a strong focus on literacy/numeracy, especially in years 1-4
The use of computers, internet and other technologies is well integrated
RSS promotes positive student attitudes and values
Classroom environments and displays of work are stimulating
Home learning guidelines and expectations are reasonable
Student effort and achievement is recognised
Learning & Teaching is future focused i.e. develops competencies students will require in the future
Classrooms are well resourced (e.g. equipment, books, technology)

2. Environment:
Choose one of the options provided for each of these sentences (indicating your level of agreement):

 Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree or disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree
The school grounds & buildings are clean, well maintained and tidy
A good range of playground equipment is provided for children
The playground equipment encourages positive play
The school grounds/playground are attractive and inviting
Classrooms are comfortable and safe (e.g. lighting, heating, furniture)
I would like to see the pool continue to be open to the community out of school hours on a cost recovery basis in the summer
Traffic flow, parking and pick-ups at the front of the school are working effectively
The facilities to encourage children to cycle/scooter to school are adequate (e.g. bike cage)
There is effective access to classrooms and buildings
Present landscaping is sufficient and attractive. (trees, shrubs)

3. Home-School Partnership
Choose one of the options provided for each of these sentences (indicating your level of agreement):

 Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree or disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree
I feel welcome at the school
The school keeps me well informed
Parents/community are encouraged to participate in school activities
Enrolment procedures/documents ensure a smooth start to school
We would welcome receiving more information via the website/other means rather than paper
I feel comfortable raising issues/concerns
I have confidence in the Board of Trustees to govern the school
I understand the role of the Board of Trustees
High levels of trust and respect exist
RSS displays commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi
RSS promotes respect for cultural differences
The school website and class blogs provide another useful resource for parents
The level and type of fundraising is reasonable
Parent education opportunities have been useful e.g. reading, DARE, parenting course
The start/finish times of school are appropriate
I would like to see the school adopt a uniform

4. Health and Safety:
Choose one of the options provided for each of these sentences (indicating your level of agreement):

 Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree or disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree
The playground equipment is safe & well maintained
The school is kept clean & hygienic
The swimming pool is well maintained during the swimming season
My child feels safe at RSS
Playground problems are usually dealt with fairly & effectively by staff
Bullying is not a problem at RSS
The school has clear behaviour expectations for students to follow
RSS is free of racial discrimination & prejudice
Staff provide positive role models
School programmes encourage positive social skills & self esteem
The school has adequate shade

5. Other:
Choose one of the options provided for each of these sentences (indicating your level of agreement):

 Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree or disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree
I am very satisfied with RSS
In the absence of any current government initiative affecting RSS, the Board should consider ways of reducing average class size
Out of school sports should be self-funded (including the employment of someone to do so)
The four-year-old class facilitates positive transition to school.

6. How can we improve RSS further?

7. Other comments: