Thank you to those families who
completed a Stage2 survey in March
this year. We have been working hard to implement your suggestions, and have
used the lovely praise to remind us of how proud we should be of Stage2’s achievements and our
commitment to best practice in both youth work and theatre making. You may have
already noticed some changes, and more will follow at Artsfest and in the
Autumn Term.
This report aims to let you know
the main findings and the action we plan to take or have taken. If you would
like to see the complete set of statistics there will be a copy in the Policy
File which is always out in Reception for your perusal.
We have split
your additional comments into 3 types:
1. Things that
are comments or praise and require no further action
2. Things that
required action or discussion
3. Things that we
actually already do but maybe need to publicise more and push more so members
and their families are completely clear and can take full advantage of them.
The survey was
in ten sections and here are the key points of each section:
1.
Members
o 79% of
parents/guardians agreed that their children are happy and 83% felt they were a
member of a company and felt secure and safe
oThe
Certificates for Attendance, Attitude and Achievement were well received by
most families. However, some felt that a similar list of people receive
certificates each term. We will continue to display the criteria for
certificates so members can see what to aim for, as well as how all staff work hard to make the selection
fair. We are very lucky to have some children in Stage2 who always have a positive attitude and great attendance so
genuinely deserve certificates in more than one term.
2.
Paperwork and
Information
o 79% of
families felt that the paperwork they receive is clear and that they receive it
in sufficient time to plan ahead.
oWe have
revised some pages on the website following points that it was difficult to
find information.
oWe have once
again published the dates for the next year so that parents can book holidays
and plan with their children which terms they can commit to productions!
oWe had some
comments that our literature and website was too wordy and dense so we have
rewritten some of our paperwork. However we are such a busy company, we do have
a lot to say - but we will keep trying!
3.
Productions
and Workshops
o70% of
families agreed that is was important that Stage2
let any member be involved in shows without auditioning
oSome people
commented that because other companies do not expect so much commitment it is
difficult to know what to expect of Stage2
productions. We will continue to make videos and produce photographs,
portfolios, call sheets, contracts and information sheets and schedules to
illustrate the commitment and effort needed to be part of a production. We will
also continue to recommend all new members see a show before joining the
company or committing to a show.
4.Work Experience and Personal Development
o73% of parents
felt their child’s transferable skills have been improved as a result of being
a member of Stage2.
o66% of
responses agree that LAMDA and other Accredited Qualifications are an important
part of Stage2.
5.
Mentoring
o78% of
families think that the Mentor Scheme contributes to Stage2’s inclusive ethos.
oAll members
are asked if they would like a Mentor Buddy in their second term and many
members find this beneficial.
oWe have
adapted the roles of Mentors next year to enable more time to be spent with
members, helping them to understand and take full advantage of Stage2.
6.
Social Events and Opportunities
o76% of
families agreed that their child is benefitting socially from Stage2
oAs an
additional comment, many members and their parents/guardians thought that the
Mentorvents at Millennium Point on Saturday evenings were very successful. We
are mindful of this but will continue to offer varied social events on
different days to work around other commitments members have.
o56% of
families felt Butlins was an important part of our Calendar.
7. Parents
Involvement
o69% of
Parents/Guardians liked to be able to write additional information about their
child on the registration form.
oWe gave all
members a new registration form to give an opportunity to update us about your
child so we can best support them at Stage2.
This will now be done on an annual basis.
o66% of
parents/guardians find it useful to have coffee mornings etc to meet other
parents.
8. Value for
Money
o 80% of parents
like Priority Booking!
o 74% of those
surveyed agree that Stage2 is good
value for money, the other 26% is split between unsure, not applicable and
didn’t answer.
o Another
comment was concern about the costs involved during Production Week: we have agreed cheaper parking in the
Crescent Theatre car park for Stage2
families and will continue to try and help arrange car pools where possible.
o We
consistently advertise the Subsidy Fund, its wide ranging possibilities and
total open access both to new and existing company members. As long as requests
are clear, genuine and in line with the
policy (and a thank you letter is given in after the activity), anyone can
apply.
9. Promotional
Material
o 79% of members
and their families find it easy to distribute print and 81% feel proud to
promote Stage2.
o Stage2 is also doing a lot of digital and online Marketing now.
Please help us keep spreading the word, and inform us of new ideas you come
across.
10. What is
the best thing about Stage2 and the most noticeable positive change in your
child?
An overwhelming number of responses stated
o The inclusivity
and equality of Stage2.
o Increased
confidence and motivation
Thank you for
taking the time to fill in the survey and read this report.
Please keep letting us know how you
think we are doing and how your child(ren) are getting on at Stage2 -
we are all here to support your child(ren) and keep them happy, safe
and secure.
The Stage2 Team
PS. A big thing that came out of
the survey was that families do not use our website or any other online
information about Stage2. These are
really useful information points for members and parents. We also now have a
new blog, which has really up to date information about Stage2 and nice news stories about us and our members.
Website - www.Stage2.org Email – info@Stage2.org Blog – www.Stage2news.blogspot.co.uk
