Primary Feedback

"I just wanted to say thank you so much for allowing my daughter to attend the science workshop. She absolutely loved it and hasn’t stopped talking about it since I got home from work. She also made a couple of friends which was lovely. She cannot wait for the next one!"

"Sounds Fabulous, my son cannot wait to attend his new big school and it is so nice that you do this for Year 6 - it really is appreciated."

"My daughter is so excited to take part in these workshops. Thank you so much for putting these events on."

"Wow!! What a great idea! I love that you are putting on a virtual workshop alongside your Food workshop so no one misses out. We cannot wait to take part this. Thank you so much!!"

"I just wanted to say a quick thank you for putting on the Year 6 Coffee Morning. It was lovely to meet all the key members of staff and be able to freely ask my questions. I found this coffee morning really informative and it has helped me to make up my mind. BCHS will be my number 1 choice. Thank you."

"Thank you so much for taking the time to take me on a tour of your school. It was lovely to see the school in action and it has completely put my sons mind at ease. He actually left saying i can't wait to go to this school - words i thought i'd never hear. Thank you."

"I cannot thank you and the rest of staff at BCHS enough. I had a head full of questions and coming along to the tour and speaking to staff has really helped make my decision easier. Thank you."

"What an amazing Open Evening! The student speeches were incredible. The staff and students were so friendly and the tour guides were out of this world. There was such a lovely feeling around the school. It was visible to see how supported the students feel and how passionate they are about their school. Well done."

"I just had to write to say how much i enjoyed your Open Evening. The lesson demonstrations and student tour guides were brilliant. Plus the student speeches just blew me away. These students are a true credit to your school. I cannot wait to come along to the Coffee Morning next week."

"Thank you for making the buddy video. It was really nice for my daughter to put a face to her buddies name. This is such a lovely idea. Thank you for everything you are doing for our children."

"My daughter was so anxious about starting secondary school but watching this video has completely put her mind at ease. Seeing all the happy smiling buddies and knowing they are all hand to welcome and help the new students has really helped her. Thank you for doing this."

"We loved the buddy video so much - we've watched it twice already!"

Thank you for going the extra mile for our students. This buddy video is the icing on the cake and my son cannot wait to start at BCHS and meet his buddy!"

"Thank you to all the students and staff for putting the buddy video together. I can only imagine how time consuming this must have been for you all. It is very much appreciated. Thank you so much!"

What an amazing video! A huge well done to everyone involved this means such a lot to children. Thank you."

“This sounds an amazing opportunity for our Year 5 students to take part in. Thank you for giving them this opportunity. It looks like a lot of effort has gone in to organising these.”

“This is brilliant. What a great idea. My daughter would love to participate in all if possible.”

“All of the activities sound really exciting and my son is looking forward to them all especially the West Ham foundation one. He can’t wait to join in.”

“What an amazing range of activities! My son is very excited about them and would like to attend them all please.”

“My daughter has really enjoyed the Science experiments. Thank you so much for putting these workshops together.”

“My son really enjoyed the Languages workshop. Both dishes were really scrummy – he (and the whole family) particularly loved the pancakes! J”

“My daughter really enjoyed the workshop.... especially eating the results! Please can you say a huge thank you to the kids and teachers in the video.”

"I am really happy with the school so far. My son struggles with all aspects of school life but I have been really impressed with how the school has dealt with any issues that have come up. The primary team have made the transition from Primary school to Secondary school an absolute breeze. Its lovely that the students have two teachers like you to help them at what can be a daunting time. Its also nice for us mums to be able to ask you both questions too. I can't tell you how you've put my mind at ease. Thank you for always being there."

“We are delighted to accept the place for my son. Thank you for the pack it was very informative and we cannot wait for the transition to begin.”

“My son cannot wait to join you in September. Thank you for the pack, he has enjoyed reading all about the transition and is so excited!”

“My daughter is very excited about starting Brentwood County High School. Thank you for all the information to date, you have been very helpful and have really helped to put our minds at ease.”

“That’s fantastic thank you! We’ve made it official now with admissions, so you should hear from them very soon!"

"My son didn’t have to be persuaded, he just looked at the virtual tour and read the year 6 transition pack, and he was completely sold. I just love how personal it all felt, with the letters from year 7 pupils, buddy system, summer school, the emphasis on wellbeing- all so encouraging when you have a child with anxiety.”

“My daughter is really excited about starting at Brentwood County High School. She loved the welcome pack and hasn’t stopped talking about all the things you have to offer. She is looking forward to the induction days and cannot wait to see the school as soon as we are allowed.”

“Thank you for my tour today. It was nice to finally meet you. I just wanted to thank you for your patience and all the information you provided and apologise for bombarding you with so many questions. It was nice to be able to get everything off my chest and you completely put my mind at ease with it all. Thank you again.”

“What a brilliant and informative tour. You answered all our questions and have put my daughters mind at ease. She was really anxious but now cannot wait until September.”

“Please thank all the teachers for allowing us to pop in to their lessons today. It was lovely to see the children so happy and engaged in their lessons. We’ve really loved seeing the school in action today.”

“My daughter received her buddy letter today. What a fantastic idea. It has absolutely made her day.”

“Great idea, my son loved it!”

“My daughter was thrilled to also receive her buddy letter from Ellie and is looking forward to meeting her.”

“Thank you so much for sending the buddy letter, my son was thrilled to receive it today. Please thank his buddy from all of us for such a lovely letter.”

“A huge thank you to everyone involved in the Science workshop. My son had a great time and has not stopped talking about all the wonderful things he did and the new friends he had made.” – Year 6 parent 2019

“Thank you to everyone involved in the Sports Relief workshop. My son had the best time. He loved competing with the other children in the Swimathon and really enjoyed the water polo afterward. He was thrilled with his certificate and medal at the end too! What a great idea for a great charity. Well done to all involved!!” – Year 6 parent 2019

“My son attended the STEM workshop. He loved every second and was thrilled to have designed his own computer game at the end of it. Thank you, everyone!” – Year 6 parent 2019

“Thank you for hosting the Author visit with Holly Webb. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the talk and loved being able to ask all their questions. All our students are very excited to take part in the competition as well. I will be in touch soon when all the entries are complete. Thanks again” – Local Primary School 2019

"Out of all the schools we viewed last year we chose BCHS as our number one choice because I got a feeling that you genuinely cared about the children’s well being, as well as them achieving their full potential academically. This has been proven over the past few months! Many of my sons primary school friends are going to other schools, across Brentwood and Billericay, and having spoken to their parents none of them have had anywhere near the amount of contact or information from their new secondary schools. You’ve been a great reassurance to both my son and us as parents!" - Year 6 parent 2020

"We really appreciate the time and effort you have devoted to us especially under the circumstances. We as parents and the boys, were relieved to feel that after all of the uncertainty we have experienced during the lock-down and our relocation, we are very lucky have managed to secure positions in such a compassionate and friendly school. The boys are really excited to eventually attend the school in person as they are intrigued with the appearance, history and architecture of such an old building as their previous school was very modern and had none of these attributes. "It looks Like Hogwarts" he said :)" - Mid-Year admission parent 2020

"The BCHS students and teachers have really gone to a lot of effort to help keep the year 6s (and us parents) included in their new school during these difficult times. It is all very much appreciated as it is such a huge step for them at the best of times let alone with lockdown to contend with. We can’t thank you enough!!" - Year 6 Parent 2020

"Thanks to you and the team for the weekly challenges. My son is always looking forward to it. Especially the sweets and certificates" - Year 6 parent 2020

"Thank you again for the contact you have been providing for us and the children. It means a lot to them and for my son it makes the start of secondary school seem real and exciting. It has been done in such a fun, light-hearted and unpressurised way which I feel has been great for them, and us as parents at such a strange time. Thank you again, I know we have definitely chosen the right school." - Year 6 parent 2020

“I’d like to thank your primary team for everything they have done so far during the lockdown. My daughter is in Year 6 but will be starting with you in September and they have been keeping us informed throughout. We have even had weekly challenges set for the children with certificates and chocolates sent as prizes. Even though we haven’t officially met any of you, we feel like we know you well. My daughter cannot wait to start with you in September. Thank you for being so supportive and proactive in everything you do.” – Year 6 parent 2020

“Thank you for keeping us so well informed during lockdown. It is lovely to see that you are thinking of our children as part of your school already. You have really helped to alleviate my concerns in this already worrying time. I cannot thank you enough.” – Year 6 parent 2020

“Thank you for the weekly Year 6 challenges. My daughter is so excited to take part each week and is collecting all the certificates now! This has been a great idea and she is now looking forward to meeting you all officially soon.” – Year 6 parent 2020

“I have just had my phone call from the primary team and I would like to thank you for taking the time to call me. It was lovely to be able to talk through all my questions and get to hear all the plans and ideas you have in place. You have been amazing through these uncertain times and I am looking forward to meeting you all soon.” – Year 6 parent 2020

“I am a headteacher at a primary school and have been amazed at the effort and lengths your staff have gone to ensure your upcoming Year 6 students feel like part of your school from the get-go. Everything from the informative welcome pack, primary workshops, the football academy, and the Year 6 Facebook page. You are going above and beyond what is expected and it is really appreciated. Thank you.” – Year 6 parent 2020

"We have just watched the buddy video. My son loved it! He actually recognised his buddy from his primary school and feels even more reassured now. The buddy video was a lovely idea. Thank you so much Primary Team." - Year 6 Parent 2020

"We loved the buddy video – what a great idea!! My son has watched it twice already!" - Year 6 Parent 2020

"Thank you to everyone involved in making the buddy video. It was lovely for my daughter to see some of the Year 7 faces! Great idea! Well done to the Primary team." - Year 6 Parent 2020

"The buddy video was lovely. Brilliant idea. We loved watching it! Thank you so much for putting it together." - Year 6 Parent 2020

"Just wanted to say the buddy video was lovely – I started to cry watching it!! Thank you to all the students that helped with it. My son feels so much better to put a face to his buddy!"- Year 6 Parent 2020

"It was so lovely to see all those happy faces in the buddy video. It was very uplifting and all the children are a real credit to the school. They are obviously very proud of their school and in their role as buddies to the new Year 6 children and are doing a fantastic job! It was great for my son to see and very reassuring. He wanted to say a big thank you to them all and in particular his buddy and is looking forward to meeting him soon." - Year 6 parent 2020

“Loved the coffee morning. What a great idea!! It was very informative and the staff were wonderful.” – Year 6 parent 2019

“Thank you for hosting the afternoon tea we were really pleased with the outcome. We feel completely reassured that we have made the right decision and picked the best school for our daughter.” – Year 6 parent 2019

“I cannot thank the Primary Liaison Team enough for all the hard work they have put into the transition process. My daughter was so anxious about starting Secondary school and after attending your Year 6 induction days you have completely put her at ease. It’s like having a different child.” – Year 6 parent 2019

“The primary liaison team have been great throughout my child’s transition. They have gone above and beyond from coffee mornings, personal phone calls and in-depth information packs. They have completely put my mind at ease and have answered all my questions. I am so glad I chose BCHS!” – Year 6 parent 2019

“I was really anxious about joining secondary school and I’ve had such fun. I cannot wait to start in September.” – Year 6 student 2019

“I loved the induction days at BCHS. The staff were so welcoming and friendly and I made lots of new friends. I’m looking forward to starting in September now.” – Year 6 student 2019

“Just a quick thank you for helping my son to settle at BCHS. He was so nervous when I dropped him off for his first day at BCHS. I was so worried about him. As soon as he saw all the friendly faces in reception waiting to meet him all his nerves seemed to disappear. Since I picked him up tonight, he hasn’t stopped talking about how great it was and how much he’s looking forward to going back tomorrow. Its like having a different child. Thank you so much.” – Year 7 parent 2019

“It was so nice to see the primary liaison team meeting and greeting all the students in reception today. It really helped them to feel settled on their first day. You could see the change in them as soon as they walked in and saw you all there. You guys are a rock to all the students and are doing an amazing job. Thank you so much!” – Year 7 parent 2019

“Thanks again to the primary team for being that constant figure to my child throughout the transition and into Year 7. You have all played a massive part in how well my daughter settled and has continued to cope with secondary school life. She’s always telling me how she pops into see you and discuss things that are bothering her. It’s great to know she can still go to you when she needs that extra support. Thank you for always being there!” – Year 7 parent 2019

“Thank you so much to all the staff involved in the Year 5 Taster days. The lengths that the staff went to in order to ensure the children had a great time was amazing. They all went above and beyond. My daughter described the day as magical.” – Year 5 parent 2019

“I’ve had such a great day, can we do it all again tomorrow?” – Year 5 student 2019

"Wow! What an amazing day! The amount of hard work and effort that must have gone in to producing such a fun filled day did not go unnoticed. Well done to everyone involved. Our students are still talking about it. Hope we get invited back next year." - Year 6 Primary teacher