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The Parent Voice Project explores how parents experience the education system in England today. Through large-scale polling, focus groups and ongoing engagement, the project brings together clear, balanced evidence on what parents think, what they value, and where they see challenges.
Parents play a central role in children’s education. Yet while teachers, unions and policymakers are regularly consulted on national debates, parents’ collective views are often heard only indirectly. This project aims to address that gap – not by campaigning, but by providing rigorous and accessible insight into the experiences of thousands of families.
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The parent complaints issue is more nuanced than you think
August 12, 2026
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A survey of more than 6,000 parents reveals that most have little interest in complaining to schools – but staff can do better when handling
School homework ‘worse than useless’ due to widespread use of AI
August 12, 2026
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Polls suggest the education system needs to provide guidance for parents who say they are confused about letting children use the technology for assignments. Homework
Parents of Send children without EHCPs ‘least satisfied’ with schools, survey finds
March 26, 2026
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Made for Mums, 26th March 2026 Only 38% of parents without an EHCP feel mainstream teachers have the right tools to support their child. Parents
Third of parents say they take children on term-time holidays
March 26, 2026
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schoolsweek.co.uk, 26th March 2026 New Public First report also reveals regional divides in attitudes to absence and behaviour More than a third of parents removed
Parents of Send pupils without EHCPs are least satisfied with schools, survey in England finds
March 26, 2026
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The Guardian, 26th March 2026 Only 38% of parents without care plans felt teachers in mainstream schools had the tools to deal with special needs