Published Date: Oct 8th, 2026
Children and young people across Levenmouth are reporting more positive experiences in school, feeling safer, more supported and better listened to than ever before, according to the latest education and wellbeing surveys presented to the Levenmouth Area Committee on Wednesday (7 October).
Findings from the latest Pupilwise, Parentwise, Staffwise and Young People’s Health and Wellbeing surveys show strong improvements across several key indicators, including wellbeing, inclusion, relationships and learning support. The Levenmouth results indicate that significant progress has been achieved since 2024.
Highlights include:
- 87% of pupils said they feel safe in school, up from 65% in 2024.
- 76% say staff know them well, up from 44%.
- 85% feel welcome in school, up from 53%.
- 84% say school helps them become more resilient, up from 57%.
- 75% believe their school listens to concerns about bullying, up from 48%.
- 78% say schools take action on bullying, up from 51%.
- 92% say their school promotes healthy lifestyles and physical activity.
- 93% say they are taught how to stay safe online.
- 89% can access support to help them achieve in their learning.
- 88% feel their school and parents work together to support them, up from 47%.
Parents reported increasingly positive experiences. Nine out of ten parents said they know who to contact if they have concerns about their child, while 93% feel confident discussing online safety with their children. Parents highlighted improvements in communication from schools, support for children's progress and opportunities for children to develop personal and social skills.
Education staff across Levenmouth also reported strong levels of support and positive workplace relationships. Ninety-six per cent said they have good relationships with colleagues and a similar proportion reported having a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities. Staff also expressed confidence in supporting children and young people with additional support needs, with positive responses ranging between 78% and 81%.
The wider Young People's Health and Wellbeing Survey also highlighted several strengths within the Levenmouth area. Young people reported strong relationships with adults and family members, improvements in healthy eating habits and a reduction in the number going to bed hungry. Positive findings also included lower participation in online bullying and increased confidence in talking to family members when feeling low.
Councillor Alistair Suttie, Convener of the Levenmouth Area Committee, said: “These results are fantastic news for Levenmouth and a real reflection of the commitment shown every day by our school staff, children, young people, parents and partners.
"It is particularly encouraging to see such significant improvements in how safe, supported and included young people feel, as well as the progress made in health and wellbeing.
"The results show that the investment being made in supporting children, families and communities is making a real difference. While there is always more work to do, Levenmouth has a great deal to be proud of and these findings provide a strong foundation to build on."
The survey findings will now be used by schools, Education Services and partner organisations to help plan for the future, build on successes and continue improving outcomes for children, young people and families across Levenmouth.
