Wellbeing has been our focus for this year. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of you who took the time to complete the wellbeing questionnaire earlier this year. Your participation is invaluable to us, and we are pleased to report that over 50% of parents provided feedback.
As a staff, we are delighted with the feedback received from parents. Overall, the majority of responses regarding wellbeing at our school were highly positive, which is a testament to our collective efforts. However, the results have also shed light on areas where we can focus our attention to further enhance the wellbeing of our school community. Specifically, the following areas require our attention:
1. Pupil Voice: We recognise the importance of incorporating children's opinions when developing school policies and plans. We aim to foster pupil voice through utilising committees focused on specific initiatives like Active Schools and Green Schools. These committees provide platforms for students to actively participate and voice their opinions on relevant topics. Additionally, incorporating feedback sessions during morning circles for various initiatives such as drumming lessons, ukulele classes, and other activities ensures that all pupils have the opportunity to express their thoughts and preferences. This approach not only promotes inclusivity but also empowers students to contribute meaningfully to decision-making processes within the school community.
2. Parent Engagement in Policy Development: We highly value your input in crafting our policies and are dedicated to ensuring your voices play a significant role in our decision-making. Any relevant policies under review by the Board of Management will be promptly shared with the Parents Association , these policies are available to view on the school website also so that policies can be reviewed by parents in their own time and feedback can then be shared at the next Parent Association Meeting. This enables parents to deliberate on these policies during their PA meetings and provide valuable feedback to the Board of Management.
3. Communication When Things Are Going Well: We understand the significance of acknowledging your child's progress and achievements in all areas. Moving forward, we will make a concerted effort to keep you informed about your child's successes. While the methods of positive communication may vary across classes, teachers have dedicated time to exploring different approaches for informing parents and students about their positive achievements in class.
We want to express our sincere appreciation for your feedback and assure you that we are dedicated to addressing these areas moving forward. Your partnership and support are essential as we continue to strive for the holistic wellbeing of our school community.
Thank you once again for your invaluable contribution.
