Survey for Parents: Barriers to school for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Pupils

We want to hear about the challenges your children face when trying to access school.

This survey will take around five minutes to complete. Everyone who takes part will be entered in to a draw for a £50 voucher of their choice.

The aim of the survey is to gather information on the issues and challenges that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller families face in schools. The information we gather will be used to advise and inform our work in challenging government to change the school system so that every child has a fair chance at school.

All of the information collected will be made anonymous before sharing. If you would like to ask any questions about this survey, please contact Billie Dolling on billie@gypsy-traveller.org or on 01273 234 777.

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* 1. What is your child's age or your children's ages?

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* 2. How do you define your ethnicity or background?

Romany Gypsy

Irish Traveller

New Traveller

Scottish Gypsy / Traveller

Welsh Gypsy / Traveller

Travelling Showperson

Liveaboard Boater

Roma

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Does your child attend school currently, or have they in the past?

Yes

Other (please specify)

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* 4. What are the biggest challenges you face when supporting your child to access school?

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* 5. If your child has previously attended school, or currently attends school, what are the biggest challenges they have faced?

Bullying

Racism

Issues with teachers

Subjects taught not relevant

Low expectations from school or teachers

Long distance to get to school

Not enough support in the classroom

Teaching too focused on exams

Other (please specify)

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* 6. If you could change anything about the education system, to make it better for the Gypsy, Roma or Traveller communities, what would it be?

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* 7. Do you think more should be taught in schools on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller cultures and histories?

Yes

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Please leave your contact details below to be entered into the prize draw, for a £50 voucher of your choice. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.