2008 Climate survey Y5/6

Clarity - 95%

To what extent are pupils clear about the things they should be doing in school?

Pupils appear very clear about what is expected of them. They understand how they should behave and know what their teachers want of them academically.

Quality of Instruction- 88%

How do pupils rate the quality of the instruction they receive?

Pupils rate the quality of instruction in their school very highly. They feel that lessons are interesting and that teachers allow them to learn a lot in their classes.

Expectations - 87%

How long do pupils expect their education to last, and what is their perception of other people’s expectations of them?

This score indicates that the majority of pupils have high expectations about their education. Many at secondary level believe that they will go on to university and that their parents and teachers share this view.

Teacher Concern and Collaboration - 87%

Do pupils believe that their teachers show an interest in them and work together for their well-being?

Pupils perceive their teachers as working together regularly at school and showing a great interest in their learning and well-being.

Physical Environment - 86%

To what extent do pupils feel that their school environment is conducive to learning?

Pupils are very positive about the physical environment of their school. They feel that the classrooms are comfortable and clean and that the school as a whole is an attractive place in which to learn.

Academic Push - 85%

Do pupils feel that they and their friends are being encouraged to do well at school?

This score indicates that pupils feel pushed to perform well in all areas of school life. They believe that academic performance is the most important thing to teachers at the school and probably to pupils as well.

Pupil Participation - 82%

To what extent to pupils feel encouraged to participate in lessons?

In general the majority of pupils feel encouraged to participate in lessons.

Safe Climate - 69%

To what extent do pupils feel their school is a safe place in which to learn?

In general, pupils feel that their school provides a safe learning environment.

Consistency of Treatment - 69%

Do pupils feel they and others are treated fairly at school?

The majority of pupils are quite happy with the consistency of treatment they receive from teachers.

Orderly Climate - 67%

To what extent do pupils feel their school is an orderly place in which to learn?

Overall, pupils feel that their school provides a well-ordered environment in which to work.