Wellbeing Award 2022

Wellbeing Award Reassessment Evidence Parents Evaluation Results

Woodhouse Grove School Parent Stakeholder Responses • 119 Submissions • Results are scored out of 5 and each average score is colour coded as below • = 1.0 to 2.9 • = 3.0 to 3.9 • = 4.0 to 5.0

Any amber or red scores indicate areas that need further examination and development.

Overall Results • There were ZERO questions that produced a red score.

• There was ONE question that produced an amber score.

• There were NINE questions that produced a green score.

• This shows an improvement from the previous cycle of 0 red, 4 Amber and 6 Green.

I have been informed about the Wellbeing Award for Schools.

• Green – Average Score 4.2 (Previous 3.68, ↑0.52)

• Suggested Improvements Some respondents asked for more communication on wellbeing strategies and plans • Evidence Many comments about communication from the school about the award and that parents have been involved previously.

Comments about how much time and effort the school puts into ensuring wellbeing is a focus.

I have a good understanding of the importance of emotional wellbeing and mental health on my child's performance in school.

• Green – Average Score 4.8 (Previous 4.53, ↑ 0.27) • Suggested Improvements • Parent information evenings about support in school so all are aware of what is on offer. Opportunities for wellbeing outside the classroom.

• Evidence

• Several parents work in the mental health field therefore have good understanding of this area. Lots of very positive comments about the school's support of young people.

I understand my contribution in promoting emotional wellbeing and mental health within the school.ental health within the school

• Green – Average Score 4.3 (Previous 4.06, ↑0.24) • Suggested Improvements More direct information in emails or training sessions, wellbeing as part of regular newsletter, briefings for parents.

• Evidence • Some unclear about meaning of question. Many comments reporting good communication from school, support offered by the school and approachability of staff in school.

Everyone involved with the school needs to support and look out for each other when it comes to emotional wellbeing and mental health.

• Green – Average Score 4.8 (Previous 4.74, ↑0.06) • Suggested Improvements A couple of comments suggesting approach was not consistent by the school, some making the point that in life people can be unkind.

• Evidence Many comments supporting this statement and evidncing support given

by WGS staff. Also comments about how peers have been supportive too.

The school really cares about the emotional wellbeing and mental health of everyone involved with the school.

Green – Average Score 4.6 (Previous 4.08, ↑ 0.52) • Suggested Improvements More awareness of boys having friendship issues, equal and fair treatment of all, more dedicated staff involved in mental wellbeing.

• Evidence Huge amounts of positive comments reflecting the support given and the high regard with which the pastoral care and wellbeing support is held in at WGS.

It is clear that emotional wellbeing is valued and important across the school.

• Green – Average Score 4.6 (Previous 4.13, ↑ 0.47) • Suggested Improvements More dedicated resources, more awards for pupils being good citizens.

• Evidence Examples of interventions for specific individuals as well as clear feelings this is important through communications and the "vibe" exuded from the school.

The school actively encourages parents to be open about how they and their children are feeling.

• Green – Average Score 4.2 (Previous 3.81, ↑ 0.39) • Suggested Improvements Form tutor communication once a half term to see if there were any concerns about wellbeing or school life, better communication, more encouragement for parents in this regard.

• Evidence Open lines of communication, lockdown communications and checks with parents on their child's wellbeing upon return to school, the tone is set from the Headmaster – it's okay not to be okay!

If needed, I would feel comfortable talking about my own emotional wellbeing and mental health with the school.with the school

• Amber – Average Score 3.8 (Previous 3.28, ↑ 0,48) • Suggested Improvements School could suggest how they could help.

• Evidence Most comments suggested that they didn't think the school should have to burden this for parents, some have felt very supported if they have approached the school for help.

If needed, I would feel comfortable talking about my child's emotional wellbeing and mental health with the school.

• Green – Average Score 4.7 (Previous 4.35, ↑ 0.35) • Suggested Improvements Check on those who appear fine and confident on the outside.

• Evidence Huge amount of positive examples of parental interactions and support received following contacting the school.

The school seeks out and listens to my views and needs about its approach to emotional wellbeing and mental health.

• Green – Average Score 4.0 (Previous 3.63, ↑ 0.37) • Suggested Improvements Set up a parent wellbeing group, provide a forum to seek out views • Evidence Completing this award to develop practice, listen to views but not sure about seeking out, updates and communications given, this consultation shows the school are asking for views.