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Introduction from the Headteacher

We recognise that working from home can, at times, be extremely challenging for young people and their parents/carers. With this in mind, we have brought together some essential information to help you to get the most out of distance learning provision should it be needed.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any support or guidance with any aspect of your child’s learning. We are always happy to help.

Curriculum

Wherever possible, we will aim to stick to the planned curriculum and ensure that students return to school ready to move on to the next stage of their education. This is a more straightforward proposition in some subjects than others. For example: there are clearly challenges relating to practical work and as such our departments are currently reviewing their curriculum and resequencing where necessary to try minimise the impact of any school closure.

Expectations of Students and their Families

Despite the challenges created by the school closure our intent is to ensure that teaching enables students to progress in the curriculum.

 

Feedback to students

Students can expect feedback on their work at least twice each half term. This will look different to the feedback which students normally receive in their books in school Feedback may take the form of:

  • Questioning during live lessons. Students may be asked to answer questions verbally or use the chat type facility in Google Meet
  • Comments on work in Google Classroom by the teacher
  • Feedback on quizzes taken on SMHW or other platforms e.g. Mathswatch
  • Updates on progress using monitoring trackers for each year group