Student, staff and parent survey templates
“Get the data. This was our starting point. It makes it very, very difficult to argue against the rationale, and it makes the whole process of starting change feel straightforward.”
Maryanne Ramsbottom, Headteacher, Birkenhead Junior School
The most powerful data comes from your own school community. Listening to students, staff and parents gives you a clear and grounded understanding of everyday experiences.
Whether you are at an early stage of change or moving towards becoming a smartphone-free school, a survey is a simple way to build confidence in your next steps.
When decisions are shaped by real voices from across your school, it supports open conversations with governors, strengthens trust with parents and creates shared ownership for change.
Our editable survey templates can be adapted to suit your setting. Make a copy, tailor the questions and share your findings to build momentum within your community.
Students
- Secondary students survey
- Primary students survey
Capture honest, anonymous insights from your students before making decisions.
Some questions explore sensitive experiences related to smartphone use. An introductory message is included and can be adapted to signpost students to support if needed. It is recommended that your designated safeguarding lead reviews the survey and responses before analysing the findings.
Staff
Understand how issues are affecting teaching, workload and classroom experience.
Parents
Test assumptions and build confidence. Many schools find stronger parental support than expected, helping shape communication and implementation.
- Secondary school parents
- Primary school parents
What next?
Build on your survey insights with our From conversation to change discussion guide and start shaping the next steps with your school community.
