Pupil Voice

ARPA 63

At Atkinson Road, we believe it’s essential to listen to our pupils and value their opinions. The voice of every child plays a key role in shaping our school and curriculum. We strive to provide all our pupils with numerous opportunities to share their thoughts and contribute to decisions that impact their learning and well-being.

We are committed to ensuring that every voice is heard. To do this, we offer a variety of ways for our pupils to share their views and ideas. We regularly use questionnaires and engage in class discussions on important issues, but we also provide a range of lunchtime and after-school activities that help children build confidence, work together, and develop leadership and teamwork skills. These include roles such as Student Councillors, Eco-Warriors, Science Ambassadors, and Art Councillors—elected representatives from each class who meet regularly to discuss key topics.

Additionally, we have four Year 6 House Captains and two deputies, who serve as positive role models for the younger children, demonstrating exceptional behaviour, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.

Summer Term Pupil Voice: Maths

This maths questionnaire gave children in KS2 the opportunity to discuss their attitudes to maths lessons. Click the link to read a summary.

Maths Pupil Voice May 2024

Spring Term Pupil Voice: IT and Internet Safety

This safety questionnaire gave children in KS2 the opportunity to discuss their Internet use and to voice any concerns. Click the link to read a summary.

Computing and Internet Safety March 2024

Autumn Term Pupil Voice: Curriculum

KS1 & KS2 Pupil questionnaire summary

 

What are your favourite subjects at school?
(1 to 5 most popular answers)

  1. Art

  2. PE

  3. Maths

  4. Writing

  5. Science

 

Yes

Sometimes

No

My teachers help me with my next steps in my lessons

85%

12%

3%

I feel safe in school

89%

8%

3%

I feel happy in school

79%

19%

2%

The behaviour of other pupils around school is good

75%

20%

5%

Do you feel that you could tell your teacher if you were unhappy (for example, if someone said something unkind)?

73%

20%

7%

If you have talked with your teacher about a problem, was it sorted out?

89%

11%

0%

My school encourages me to look after my physical health (for example healthy eating and fitness)

95%

5%

0%