Remote Learning
Homework is an integral part of the educational experience at Abbeyfield School. It reinforces classroom learning, promotes independent study skills, and involves parents in their child's education. This policy outlines the procedures and expectations for setting, completing, and reviewing homework using our online platforms and the Management Information System (MIS) platform, Arbor.
Objectives
- To enhance and consolidate learning from the classroom.
- To develop students' independent study habits and time management skills.
- To keep parents informed and involved in their child’s educational progress.
Platforms Used
- Arbor MIS: Our central platform which is used to inform parents about homework assignments, deadlines, and to track student progress. We ask that parents download the Arbor Parent app. A guide explaining how to do so can be read here. Students also have access to the Arbor Student Portal where they can view any homework that is due to be completed.
Subject specific platforms
Different subjects utilise separate online platforms to set homework. Each platform can also provide reminders to parents regarding homeworks set and due.
- Maths: Sparx Maths. Parent guide here.
- English: Bedrock Learning
- Science: Tassomai: Parent guide here.
- Humanities, Social Science & MFL: Seneca: Parent guide here.
Homework Guidelines
- Frequency and Duration
- Key Stage 3: Homework will be assigned in core subjects (Math, English, Science) once per week. Each assignment should take approximately 30 minutes-1 hour. Other subjects may set homework but this is discretionary.
- Key Stage 4: Homework will be assigned in all subjects once per week. Each assignment should take approximately 45-60 minutes.
- Submission
- Students must submit homework via the online platform or in person, by the specified deadline.
- Extensions may be granted in exceptional circumstances if requested in advance.
- Non-Submission
- If homework is not submitted on time, teachers will follow up with the student. Repeated non-submission will be communicated to parents through Arbor and may result in additional support measures.
- Where it is evident that a student has made a conscious effort to complete homework and appropriate, timely support has been requested with their teacher, sanctions will not be given if the homework is not 100% complete.
- Non-completion of homework will result in a C2 After School next day detention. If there are mitigating circumstances to explain non-completion, it is at the discretion of the teacher and or HOY to assign or not assign the detention.
- It is very important that if students are struggling to complete homework, they approach their teacher before the deadline to seek additional support and clarification. The Library also is open until 4pm every day to provide additional support.
- Technical Issues: Students experiencing technical difficulties should report them to the school's IT support team as soon as possible.
Monitoring and Review
- The homework policy will be reviewed annually by the senior leadership team in consultation with teachers, students, and parents.
- Feedback from all stakeholders will be used to make necessary adjustments to ensure the policy remains effective and relevant.
Our Homework Policy can be found in the Policies section of our website.
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