Parent View

Below are some quotes and statistics which highlight the views of our parents from year groups 9-13 for the academic year 2024-2025. 

We have shared this information with our Governors and staff and it has been well received. 

Thanks for your continued support.

Parent Survey October 2024

Year 9 Parent Quotes 

• "A wonderful transition to high school, my son has settled really well and really enjoys all his lessons. Thankyou!"
• "We couldn’t be happier with Whitley Bay. The transition was outstanding, with additional days, increased communication and careful planning of events. NAME felt supported & his confidence was built, which for him is huge. The start made has been perfect."
• "NAME is like a different person since joining Wbhs. I would describe it as ‘somebody has pressed the on switch on her’.  She is much happier in herself and comes home and tells us about her day with enthusiasm. NAME has always been very shy around new people-particularly her peer group- but she seems to be really coming out of her shell and making new friendships.  Many thanks for all of your hard work, it is abundantly clear why the school has such a good reputation."
• "NAME has settled really well and comes home full of chat about his school day every day."
• "Excellent supporting my son with SEND. I have already recommended the school to other parents"
• "NAME had a mixed experience at middle school after struggling with his MH due to personal problems out of his control. He was demotivated, sad and disengaged. I was hoping WBHS would be the change he needed, and it has been. To see him wanting to come to school again, enjoying lessons and increasing his friendship group has seen a complete shift. Thank you for making the transition so seemless (so far)......"
• "Really impressed with everything about the school. Thank you for everything."
• "Thanks for being such a brilliant school."

Year 10 Parent Quotes

• "Professional and dedicated staff at every level of the organisation who have high expectations for all of our children. We are so lucky to live in the catchment area of this wonderful school. Thank you for everything you do to offer a first class school experience to our young people!"
• "The school has created an environment that fosters a desire to learn and be successful without unnecessary pressure and stress on the students.  This is alongside giving them the confidence to be  interesting and curious young people.  Thank you!"
• "Passionate teachers who are role models to the children - State of the art facilities, welcoming and nurturing environment treating children like young adults."
• "Fantastic staff, great communication with parents, a lot of support available."
• "Treating the students with respect - allowing them to grow and learn boundaries and how to work along side peers.  Understanding and solution focussed approach to any difficulties. Approachable and easy to communicate with. Allowing the parent to feel connected to their child’s education and well-being at school."
• "The SEND department is amazing. NAME had never felt so supported and we have never felt so informed as we do in this school."
• "It is hugely reassuring to know that while you have high expectations of my child and will encourage and support him to achieve his best academically, you view him as as a whole person and also value his personal development and happiness.  Thank you."
• "Please can I extend my thanks to all the SLT and staff at WBHS for giving NAME such a wonderful school experience."

Year 11 Parent Quotes

• "Culture and ethos - very strong and positive culture which values every child. The school is a welcoming environment for all. It feels like a wonderful place to work and learn."
• "The discipline with a good balance of respect bodes well for a structured transition to adulthood."
• "The support the school offer, going the extra mile to ensure the students reach their best potential. I have a year 13 and a Yr 11 going through exams this school year and its great to see the support offered."
• "High quality teaching, excellent facilities, encourages maturity and good relationships."
• "Fantastic school, and I know a great one when I see one as I visit lots in the course of my work. Well done"
• "Commitment and enthusiasm from all of the teaching staff working together to give the best learning experience to all students.."
• "NAME is thoroughly enjoying his time at WBHS and that’s thanks to the staff"
• "Before NAME came to WBHS she was school resistant, felt she was unimportant and an under achiever. After about 6 weeks, her attitude changed. Her neuro diversity was recognised, we were given wonderful support, she is now enjoying school, working toward her exams and has pride in herself and what she can do.  She now wants to stay on to 6th form. You have took your responsibility to her education perfectly, but have also enabled me, in partnership to improve her mental and physical health. I have told anyone who will listen what you have done for us and can't recommend your teachers and ways of teaching highly enough."

Sixth Form - October 2024

Further Quotes

• "Keep doing what you’re doing! WBHS is a wonderful school and we’ve been very lucky to have it for our children. We’re really appreciate the high standards and expectations that staff have for students, as well as the help and support they offer. "
• "NAME has settled in really well to sixth form and she speaks really positive of all of her teachers. It was a pleasure to meet her tutor at tutor evening. He came across as very warm and caring with a really positive attitude. Thank you for all your hard work."

Ofsted

Ofsted are also keen to hear your views of our school. Parent View can be contacted via this link:

https://parentview.ofsted.gov.uk/