Feedback

cropped-logo-Copy1.jpgAs a parent myself, I really value the opinions and concerns of Holly Park parents. I hope that together we will take the school forward and make Holly Park the best it can be. Ann Pelham – Headteacher

At Holly Park we are proud of our achievements.We were rated GOOD in our latest Ofsted report. You can read the report here: Ofsted Report March 2024 

You can give your views about Holly Park to Ofsted here.

There are various ways that you can give feedback to the school.

  • You can speak directly to the class teacher about any concerns relating to your child. Teachers are in the playground at the start and end of the school day.
  • Office staff are always on duty in the foyer at the start and end of the school day to answer questions.
  • Mrs Puzey our learning mentor is in the playground at the start of a school day if you need to speak to her informally
  • The Senior Management team are in the playground at the start of each school day if you want to speak to one of us informally
  • We hold termly informal coffee mornings for parents to come along to find out more information and ask questions. We like to hear your thoughts and ideas.
  • You can contact governors by e-mail on hollyparkgovernors@yahoo.co.uk
  • Parent governors tend to be in the playground for informal chats at the start and end of the school day.
  • We run tours of the school for existing parents in the Spring term to come and look around the school and give us feedback
  • We do an annual parent questionnaire to find out parent views

You can contact the school office on – office@hollypark.barnetmail.net
You can contact the Headteacher on – head@hollypark.barnetmail.net

What do parents say about our school?

Here are some recent comments from 2023: 

  • 97% of parents say their child is happy at the school
  • 98% say their child feels safe at the school
  • 94% say the school makes sure that pupils are well behaved
  • 95% say that the school makes them aware of what their child will learn
  • 97% of parents say that their child does well at the school
  • 96% of parents say that there are a good range of subjects taught
  • 99% of parents say they would recommend this school to a friend who moved into the local area

What I like about this school and what is going well:

  • Friendly, inclusive, respectful environment and community feel and great community spirit – everyone is accepted
  • Clean environment
  • Teaching and quality of education by teachers and Tas – progress made
  • Very safe school
  • PTA events
  • Listens to the needs of the pupils
  • Enthusiastic teachers and leadership who are kind, supportive and helpful. They are approachable and experienced. Nurturing.
  • The range of subjects taught – varied and interesting learning opportunities – wide range
  • Information provided and good response times to questions and emails
  • Information given to parents is very clear and regular – communication is clear, relevant. informative
  • General communication with parents via texts and emails. The newsletter.
  • Teachers stay at the school – high quality teachers – supportive
  • Relationships – teachers form good relationships with children and parents
  • The organisation of the school – everything is well organised
  • Family orientated
  • Engaging with parents
  • Early Years learning
  • Large playing grounds
  • Staff know the children
  • The school is well run from the top. Mrs Pelham is swift to respond and is caring.
  • When you phone or email – queries/problems are dealt with really well
  • Office staff are lovely
  • Strong leadership. Presence of Headteacher and Deputy sets a good example – approachable.
  • The lunch menu has definitely improved
  • Clarity on the plan of learning for the term
  • Mrs Puzey – endless support – helping children when they have a problem
  • School trips and extracurricular activity and special days. The learning is exciting and goes beyond the standard curriculum
  • Teaching about good character and morals – they learn to be kind
  • Assemblies
  • Behaviour and discipline
  • Lots of encouragement and rewards. HT awards and certificates for achievements. Incentives for learning
  • Children get extra support when needed
  • Children settle well in the school when they join. – children new to English learn quickly
  • Children are happy at the school – look forward to going to school
  • Mental health, wellbeing, resilience and pastoral care – Supportive
  • Diversity is celebrated
  • Detailed reports. Parents are well informed
  • Emphasis on reading – good choice of books
  • Age appropriate expectations
  • Staff greeting children in the mornings
  • Involving parents where possible in activities – Forest School, online safety, safeguarding etc​

Pupil Feedback 2023

What do the pupils say? 

What would you tell a visitor that is good about Holly Park?

  • Holly Parkers respect you
  • Teachers are kind
  • There’s lots of fun here
  • Everyone is treated equally
  • There are good friends here
  • I love computing
  • Science experiments are fun
  • I like maths
  • I like the trips
  • There are a good amount of break times
  • We do a lot of clubs’
  • I like that we do plays and class assemblies
  • The lessons are good
  • Teachers think about your health with the new snack policy
  • Children have a say
  • The food is good
  • Teachers talk to you if you are worried
  • We are a Rights Respecting school
  • The wellbeing garden – I feel safe and calm in there
  • My teacher challenges me
  • I like the rules
  • We learn about different religions
  • Techers are thoughtful and kind to me
  • I appreciate that the school reminds me to be healthy and kind to people from other backgrounds
  • I enjoy PE
  • Mrs Puzey is good
  • The playground is fun
  • I like the learning
  • I like working hard and getting house points
  • Special days are amazing
  • The Headteacher is good
  • I enjoy residential trips and school trips
  • Everyone is kind and welcoming
  • They teach us in a fun way
  • The teachers are great
  • Everyone is treated with equity
  • I like the playground
  • I like playing the cello here
  • The school is getting better and better
  • I like how we respect everyone from different backgrounds
  • I like school dinners
  • I like that I am challenged in my lessons
  • I like talk time so we can chat about what bothers us
  • I appreciate how the school wants us to look after ourselves
  • I love Holly Park because of the learning
  • Lunchtime supervisors are kind and caring
  • There are lots of councils
  • Lessons have interactions
  • I like DT and art lessons
  • I like the reading challenge
  • The school cares about you
  • Holly Park cares about the children and their ability to learn
  • How much sport we do
  • Mental health first aiders
  • Cartoon drawing club
  • Poppy – I like that we can see her
  • My friends make me happy
  • I like fish and chip Friday
  • I like the new food company
  • I can talk to someone if I am upset
  • School Fairs
  • We support any religion and all races
  • School uniform is good
  • I like my class
  • The ball area
  • Lessons are not too easy
  • Displays help us if we are stuck
  • Holly Park is a kind school
  • I learn so much in my lessons
  • You have a good experience at this school
  • Teachers are good at explaining things if you don’t understand
  • I like the daily mile
  • The school teaches everyone to be kind
  • The food and dining room are good
  • They take care of us if we are hurt
  • We are a Rights Respecting school
  • The school keeps us safe
  • The school teaches us for when we are older
  • The topics we learn are fun
  • I like fluent in 5 maths
  • Assemblies teach us about the future
  • Displays help us learn. Displays are fun
  • Frequent maths lessons
  • Tasty lunches
  • The rules are good and easy to remember
  • Fun trips
  • There is a no bullying policy
  • We get awards for reading
  • You can be in sport competitions
  • The food and desserts are good
  • The school keeps me safe
  • If I need help people are there for me
  • The staff are very kind and helpful
  • There are lots of books to choose to read
  • People are kind
  • The equipment is good
  • Clubs
  • We learn different things every day
  • Lessons are fun
  • We have healthy snacks
  • Teachers explain the work clearly
  • Holly Park is clean
  • It is a good safe school to be at
  • We do different sports every half term
  • There are great teachers
  • Playtimes are fun
  • There is good learning and good education
  • Well behaved children
  • Trips and events
  • There are special days to express yourself
  • The story garden
  • Staff keep us safe
  • The food is superb
  • We learn new things
  • We use equipment in maths
  • You can make friends easily
  • PHSE is really good and an important subject
  • Kindness is tremendously good
  • A nice dining room
  • Staff are always nearby to keep you safe
  • Catering is always improving
  • We get awards
  • The school is cared for ​

What do the staff say?

Staff feedback 2023

  • 100% of staff are proud to be a member of staff at this school
  • 100% of staff think children are safe at the school
  • 100% of staff feel the school has a culture that is aspirational for all pupils
  • 100% of staff feel that the school is well led and managed
  • 100% of staff enjoy working at this school

What for you are the main positives about working here at Holly Park?

  • ​A friendly and caring environment
  • Lovely staff and children
  • If I ask a question I get  honest answer
  • Valued for opinion
  • Support when asked for
  • My colleagues and their support
  • We are all working as a team whatever our role is
  • A friendly face wherever you go around the school
  • Team atmosphere – feel valued
  • The diversity of the families and children we have at the school
  • Working as a team and being there for each other
  • The SLT are friendly and approachable and always put me at ease
  • Everyone I work with makes me feel like I’m valued and I genuinely enjoy coming to work every day
  • We are like a family
  • The Headteacher works with everybody and tries to listen to them and help
  • The school has an excellent reputation
  • Staff are motivated to work hard
  • Communication is good – know what is going on
  • Supportive SLT team
  • The people I work with have become good friends
  • People are respectful and kind
  • The atmosphere in the staffroom is friendly and welcoming
  • Community feel
  • The importance of the wider curriculum – trips/activities
  • Realistic expectations of staff
  • I work with the best team
  • Very supportive SLT
  • Just simply a nice place to be
  • Great relationships
  • Caring culture of our school
  • Many of us share the same values
  • School feels like a second home
  • The school cares about the emotional wellbeing of the staff and pupils
  • Supportive colleagues
  • Fantastic curriculum – it’s a joy to teach it
  • Positive, supportive SLT
  • Managers who listen and care
  • Managers are kind hearted and considerate
  • Colleagues are fantastic – I have wonderful friendships
  • Teachers are not over worked for the sake of it. Tasks must be done but our time is respected
  • No unnecessary paperwork
  • Supportive mentor
  • Good school values
  • Being able to talk to people about ideas
  • People care about the school and those who are in it
  • A school where people are respectful and kind
  • A very caring school – SLT are always available if I have a problem
  • Needs, ideas, issues are always listened to in an open productive way.

You can give your views on our school to Ofsted by filling in this survey.