Wincham Community Primary School
Pupil Voice
We asked the children why Wincham is a good school to come to. Here’s what they said…
A Nurturing & Inclusive Community: Kindness, Friendship & Belonging
Our children consistently highlight the warm, welcoming, and safe environment at Wincham. They feel a strong sense of belonging, like part of a big family, where everyone is kind and supported.
"Everyone’s kind and respectful. We are all kind to each other. We are like a big family."
"Always make friends and kind to each other. Other people are welcome here."
"No Outsiders at the school. Including everybody."
"We feel safe to talk about things that have gone wrong out of school as we know they’ll be sorted."
"When I make new friends, it feels special and I’ve made new friends here."
Exceptional & Supportive Staff: Caring Adults Who Make Learning Fun
The children truly appreciate the dedication and kindness of all the adults at Wincham, from teachers to Mr. Boot and the kitchen staff. They feel supported, listened to, and enjoy learning because of our staff.
"Great teachers. Teachers are kind. Make learning fun. Lovely teachers."
"The grown-ups are always there for us. If we are stuck on something, the teachers help us."
"Mr Boot is kind, calm, listens to us, and is positive all the time. We like it when Mr Boot joins in our lessons."
"The staff are funny, calm, optimistic. I like it when the staff laugh together."
"The teachers they really care about us."
Engaging, Varied & Fun Learning: Inspiring Minds
Learning at Wincham is seen as exciting, challenging, and diverse. Our pupils feel clever and eager to explore new subjects, thanks to our ambitious curriculum and creative teaching.
"The learning is amazing. The learning is fun. The learning is serious but we don’t have to do it seriously."
"We get to learn lots and you learn things that you didn’t know before."
"Maths! Science and learning about plants and doing experiments. I like painting in Art. History because you get to learn about people."
"I love to learn phonics. I love learning new sounds. I like phonics so that I can write. We feel clever."
"Different topics every year - Egyptians."
"Colourful class rooms."
Rich Enrichment & Extracurricular Opportunities: Adventures and New Skills
Our children love the wide array of clubs, trips, events, and special activities that make school life memorable and help them develop new skills and interests.
"Trips. Residentials. Sport tournaments. After school clubs and teams."
"Football. Athletics club. Cross-country events."
"Disco and Movie Nights. School parties and discos."
"WFF events (Wincham Family and Friends events)."
"Forest School (making rockets, hammering stuff, learning knots)."
"We get to do new things when the sports coaches come in."
"We loved going to Tatton Park and we even got to meet Father Christmas."
Excellent Resources & Facilities: Great Spaces for Learning and Play
The children appreciate the fantastic equipment and spaces available to them, both inside and outside the classroom, which enhance their learning and playtime.
"Amazing equipment for inside (especially own pencil cases in KS2)."
"Amazing equipment for outside (theatre, gym, pirate ship)."
"Library (big selection of interesting books)."
"Big field. Equipment for playtimes."
Fun & Freedom at Playtimes: Happy Breaks
Playtimes are a definite highlight, offering long, enjoyable breaks with friends and plenty of space and equipment for imaginative play.
"Long playtimes and we get to go on the field with our friends."
"We get to play and we get to grow as we play, and we get to have 3 break times."
"When we go out to play, we can play anything and have lots of ideas."
"I love to play hide and seek with my friends. I love to play outside."
Responsibility & Growth Opportunities: Becoming Young Leaders
Our pupils value the chances they get to take on responsibilities, help others, and grow into confident young individuals.
"Having jobs in Year 6 to help around school."
"Have the opportunity to help in nursery. We get to help out around school."
"Chances to work with other classes and age groups."
"Leavers hoodies. Leavers are celebrated. Teachers arranging leavers assembly."
Wellbeing & Emotional Support: Feeling Understood and Cared For
The children recognise and appreciate the support provided for their emotional well-being, helping them to understand and manage their feelings.
"ELSA."
"Chances to regulate (doodling and fidgets mentioned)."
"Zones of Regulation (New techniques to help with emotions)."
Delicious School Dinners: A Tasty Highlight!
A simple but very popular point – our school lunches are a hit!
"School dinners - sausage and mash!"
"We love the delicious lunches. Choice of hot dinners."
