Parent Survey 2011
Parent Survey 2011
Selection of responses from our 2011 parent survey
1. What do you like about GSNS generally / Are there examples of success you would like to mention?
Quality of Teaching
Value of the Term
Music
Assemblies
Facilities
School Culture
Strength-based learning
Reading
Communication
ICT
Opportunities
Electives
Taha Maori
Newsletter
Camp/Trips
Concert
Cultural Mix
Community
Sport
High Expectations
Happy Children
Extension Programmes
Maths
Swimming
College Teachers
Leadership
2. On which of the following topics would you find a parent information evening most helpful?
| National Standards | Written Language | Other (name) |
| 11 | 6 | Well being x2 Children's Progress Social Development |
3. If you were telling a friend about our school, what might you say?
“It is an excellent school and to enrol their kids there asap.”
“High standards, good teachers.”
“Great Kindle classes.”
“Great environment for learning.”
“Good facilities.”
“A big, lively and stimulating environment – the kids love it!”
“GSNS is an excellent school, and I’d recommend it.”
“Lovely welcoming classrooms, excellent teachers, happy and productive learning environment.”
“Good school and stay well involved with the needs of your child… it is a task to do together.”
“Can’t recommend the school enough! Very pleased with every facet.”
“Large school that seems to have maintained small school feel to it. Well organised.”
“Highly recommend and have done so!”
“The school is fabulous! The transition from pre-school to school was easy and supported, the children seem happy and love being at school.”
“Good reputation, very kind people, it has continuous improvement, safe place.”
“A fun, caring atmosphere and staff committed to helping the children learn and be the best they can be.”
“An exciting and encouraging place to learn.”
“Go for it. Fab school. Great leadership of school. Lots of opportunities in and outside the classroom. Good pastoral care. Strength based, as well as needs based learning. Diversity for social/community development, etc.”
“Excellent teachers, good facilities, progressive approach to education, large school.”
“George Street Normal is the best school in Dunedin.”
4. Overall, how would you rate what GSNS provides for you and your child?
1 2 3 4 5
Unhappy Satisfied Very Pleased
► Total responses averaged 4.47
► 14 parents (63% of returned surveys) rated the school with a maximum 5
► 22 parents (100% of returned surveys) rated the school with satisfied or above