Community Survey

PART TWO - EDUCATIONAL ASPIRATIONS (TEACHING & LEARNING)
The following questions invite your personal ideas and comment to inform the school’s educational direction.
What makes our school unique? How can our school better integrate these unique qualities through its teaching and learning programs?
What do you love most about our school?
Do you have any ideas for what the school should be doing more of, or start doing?
Is there anything that is getting in the way of delivering the best educational outcomes for our students?
How can we best equip our students to be lifelong learners?
What types of actions does our school take to encourage all members of the school community to do things together? Do you believe these actions help to create a supportive school community?

PART THREE - EDUCATIONAL ASPIRATIONS (TO INFORM BUILDING MODERNISATION)
This part of our community survey is to help assess the functionality, and condition of our school buildings and environment and how our spaces support student learning.

Modifications and improvements to our school’s built environment are based on four key design principles; Learners and learning are central, Schools are community hubs, Diversity is celebrated and A welcoming environment.

Please read the statements under each heading and rank them in importance to you, from most to least important.

LEARNERS AND LEARNING ARE CENTRAL Please rank the following statements from most important (1) to least important (9)*

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There are spaces that enable discussion and decision making
There are places for the display of student work and learning resources
There are quiet spaces to support reflection and individual research
There are places for multi-media presentations,performances and ceremonies
There is effective virtual connectivity local,national and global
There are spaces to support recreation and social interaction
The outdoor environment is an integral part of the total learning environment
Students and teachers are able to move easily between spaces and settings
There are spaces to support creative and investigative activities using specialist equipment and resources

SCHOOLS ARE COMMUNITY HUBS Please rank the following statements from most important (1) to least important (7)*

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Spaces encourage engagement, responsibilty and respect for others
There are places that encourage gatherings and social interaction
The school's facilities are welcoming, respond to the local context and promote inclusion
Facilities support community access and engagement
The school's culture is reflected in the entrance to the school and throughout the school
Students can see staff working and have access to them
There are accessible spaces for private meetings and interviews

DIVERSITY IS CELEBRATED Please rank the following statements from most important (1) to least important (8)*

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Spaces ensure all learners can be included and their contributions celebrated
Spaces support and promote the inclusion of students with special learning needs
Spaces provide opportunities for all learners to make choices and take responsibility for their learning
Buildings and spaces are suitable for people with diverse abilities e.g. ramps, accessible toilets
Learning spaces can be set up and used in a variety of ways
It is easy for community members to find their way around the school
Lighting and acoustics are designed to assist community members with visual or hearing impairments
Signage, display areas, and meeting and gathering spaces celebrate cultural diversity and understanding

A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT Please rank the following statements from most important (1) to least important (11)*

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Design promotes positive social interaction
There are informal spaces where students can develop personal and social capabilities
Students, staff and visitors are able to feel welcomed, supported and safe
Material finishes, furniture and fixtures are healthy and sustainable
The indoor environment is healthy, comfortable and filled with fresh air and natural light
Spaces provide accessible and secure storage for personal belongings and organisation of school resources
Design supports the physical and emotional health of all students and staff
Buildings are integrated with the natural environment
Spaces stimulate the senses and encourage imagination
The school entrance is easily acessible and welcoming
Design assists students, staff and visitors to feel at home

COMMUNITY SURVEY FOR INFORMING OUR FUTURE EDUCATIONAL DIRECTION