Homework
In order to support your child with their learning and progress, we have a homework timetable for your child to follow. Academic research shows homework can have a significant impact on learning.
All homework is posted on Arbor; this allows parents and carers to view the homework set so you can support your child.
To support students with their homework, we have a daily homework club where all students are welcome. There is access to computers and staff are on hand to help. All students get at least 2 school nights to complete homework. Homework should be completed the night it is set as this allows your child time to see their teacher if they are unsure about anything.
Years 7-9
Students will have homework as per the homework timetable.
Each subject will take up to 20 minutes.
Students are expected to read for pleasure each night for at least 20 minutes.
Year 10-11
Students have two pieces per night which last up to 30 minutes.
Students are also expected to carry out revision each night for at least 30 minutes. Students should use this time to revise areas of weaknesses and to self-quiz using knowledge organisers and revision materials.
Supporting your son or daughter
To support your child with homework, the Academy has put in place the following:
Homework will be set on Arbor so students and parents/carers are clear about what needs to be completed.
A homework club is available each night, free of charge, for any student to attend if they require support, a quiet space or access to a computer or resources.
Students will get a minimum of two school nights to complete homework. Homework should be completed the night it is issued. This gives students time to speak to their teacher if they have any concerns or issues regarding completing work (e.g. not quite understanding what to do or issues with a computer etc).
If homework is not handed in, it will be at the teacher’s discretion to give an extended deadline. Failure to meet this deadline or persistently not meeting deadlines will result in a detention where support can be given to complete outstanding homework.
If you have any concerns regarding homework set, please contact your child’s Head of Year in the first instance.