In our most recent survey to parents, we asked them to describe Applecroft School in 3 words - below is an image of the most popular words:

We also asked our parents to share what they believe are the strengths of our school. This is what they said:

Visitor Feedback

This academic year, we have already had a number external visitors to our school. Below are extracts from their 'Visitor Evaluation Form':

UK Parliament Visit - Autumn Term 2023

The attitude of the children was excellent. The pupils asked some brilliant questions. They were engaged at the correct times and were very quick to return their attention when asked. The pupils were a joy to deliver to!

Y1 Hindu Immersion Day - Autumn Term 2023

I found the children to be curious, excited and well behaved. The older children held the doors open and were courteous. The children were very engaged, especially with the dressing up and face paints. The school is very friendly and welcoming. 

Local Supply Teacher - Spring Term 2023

A lovely school with well-mannered, helpful children. It is always a pleasure to visit Applecroft School.

Action Jackson - November 2022

The children gave a positive response to everything I was teaching today. I was very impressed with their understanding and knowledge of the 7 Habits. Very emotionally mature. 

Humanist UK Visitor - September 2022

The children listened attentively and asked a wide range of sensible questions. I always enjoy coming to Applecroft School.

Sports Coach - Spring Term 2022

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for having premier education in to cover PPA at Applecroft over this last term.

I would like to say how much I have enjoyed teaching all of the classes. They have all been amazing with me coming in and teaching, behaviour has been outstanding from nursery all the way up to year 6. Alongside the ability of all the classes when it comes to PE.

I would also like to thank the staff at the school for their assistance and making me feel welcome the day I was covering, which really helped me find my way to the classrooms and get to know the children I was teaching.

Once again thank you for the opportunity to teach at this wonderful school, hope to speak in the future.

RE Speaker on Humanism (Year 6) - December 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Excellent.  The school and I have established a good understanding and communicate well.

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Yes.  Everyone was friendly and helpful.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

They listened attentively and asked a wide range of good questions. 

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

Yes, definitely.  (see previous answer)

Other comments:

I am looking forward to future visits to Applecroft.

RE Speaker on Islam (Year 5) - November 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Mrs. Wake responded to all my emails in a quick and timely manner, even on the weekend. She was also clear about instructions for entering the school. 

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Yes, very friendly.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

Adorable! They were actively listening and very engaged in a respectful and kind manner. 

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

Yes! They asked many questions and were not shy to respond to my questions. 

Other comments:

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and would welcome coming again.

Well-Being Week 'Quidditch Competition' (Whole School) - November 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

The communications during the lead up to our visit were very good and acted as a great aid during the actual delivery of the event. 

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

During our visit to Applecroft me and my colleague were made to feel very welcome.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

The attitude and behaviour of the children was excellent and made the event day run smoothly.

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

The children were very engaged and responsive.

History Viking Workshop (Year 4) - November 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Communication with the school was easy, clear, accurate and straightforward. I knew exactly what to expect before I arrived. That makes running these workshops so easy and straightforward.

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Oh absolutely. From the moment I arrived the moment I left I thought very welcome and comfortable in the school environment. The help loading and unloading was especially appreciated.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

Everyone was very excited, and pulled together to make a great day. Behaviour was very good - several children excelled themselves in their approach to the workshop....

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

Absolutely!

Geography Rain Forest Roadshow (Year 3) - November 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Always great!

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Very much so.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

They sat and listened very well. Very impressed. 

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

Yes!

Other comments:

Always love coming to Applecroft!

History Drama Workshop (Year 2) - November 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Absolutely fantastic! Sadie was really friendly, and gave me all the information that I needed to ensure the workshops hit the right mark.

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Definitely. All teachers were friendly, they promptly showed me where I needed to go, where the staff room was and where the toilets were, should I need them. On the occasion where I got a bit lost, a friendly face showed me where I needed to be.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

It was so lovely to see the children get stuck in! Usually, on non-school uniform days, children can get a bit rowdy - however, the children were respectful and ready to learn.

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

All children were engaged throughout and happy to get involved. It was brilliant to see how much knowledge they had on the subject already and they were more than happy to tell me information they knew that hadn’t been mentioned.

Other comments:

Thank you so much for having me! I would more than happily return!

English Shakespeare Workshop (Years 5 & 6) - September 2021

How did you find communications with the school in the lead-up to your visit?

Excellent. Everything was organised superbly by Mrs Boulton.

Were you made to feel welcome during your visit?

Absolutely. We were offered everything we needed. As always it was a pleasure to be at your school. Every member of teaching and office staff we met was very welcoming.

How did you find the behaviour and attitude of the children?

Exemplary.

Did you feel the children were engaged and responsive?

They listened, engaged and joined in exactly as we would have hoped.

Other comments:

We’ve been visiting Applecroft for over a dozen years now and it is always a pleasure to perform for your children, Thank you for hosting us once again in 2021.