“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”

“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”

“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”

“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”

” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”

“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”

“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”

“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”

“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”

“Competitions that occur each half term.”

“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”

“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”

“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”

“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”

“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”

“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”

“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”

“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”

“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”

“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”

“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”

“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”

” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”

“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”

“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”

“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”

“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”