Young People

Introduction

Young peoples' views (under 18s) are not asked for in the National Best Value Satisfaction Survey (a cross section of council residents in the District). To understand young peoples' points of view, a survey based on the National Best Value Satisfaction Survey was designed, with specific questions pertinent to young people added. By comparing directly with the previous young peoples surveys in 2004 and 2007/8, along with the 2008 Place Survey and the 2009 Warwickshire Partnership Survey, evaluation of the council's polices and strategies can be done. Also by comparing with the adult population, we can see differences in attitudes to the service offered.

The survey also gives the Council valuable intelligence on the quality of life for young people and to help improve the quality of services available.

Methodology

Questionnaires were distributed with the help of Warwickshire County Council (Children, Young People & Families Directorate) to pupils of Alcester High, Kineton High, Stratford High, Studley High, and Shipston High School. The survey took place between May and July 2010. 755 questionnaires were distributed into five schools who agreed to participate. 425 were completed.