How does homework improve learning?
- It can help pupils to make more rapid progress in learning, extending and consolidating the work covered within lessons.
- It develops self-discipline and the practical skill of working independently.
- It can provide the required conditions needed for creative and thoughtful work.
- It provides time for reflection on the topic covered.
- It helps pupils to learn incrementally and develop their critical thinking skills.
How is homework given?
- Teachers post homework tasks on Google Classroom.
- A Homework timetable is given to each pupil, by their Form Tutor at the beginning of each academic year.
- A Homework timetable is available on the school website.
- Pupils are given planners which they use to record their homework, daily.
What Can Parents do to Support Independent Learning?
- Parents should ensure that pupils have a quiet working environment conducive to study
- They should take a positive interest in the work done, checking the quality of work produced.
- They should check and sign their child’s homework planner
- They should contact their Child’s Form Tutor if they have any concerns
What must pupils do?
- Check the homework timetable
- Check Google Classroom
- Complete all tasks to a high standard
- Complete and hand in all work on the due date
- Ask their teacher for clarification, if they are not sure.
Homework Timetable
7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | |
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Monday | French | Maths | French/Spanish | Music | Chemistry |
Maths | English | Maths | History | Maths | |
History | French | Music | French/Spanish | French/Spanish | |
History | Maths | ||||
Tuesday | Music | Computer Science | English Language | ||
Geography | Geography | Biology | Geography/Art and Design | Art and Design | |
English | Biology | Physics | General Revision | Biology | |
Wednesday | Art | Maths | Art and Design | Physics | |
Computer Sci | Music | Maths | Biology | Business/Music | |
Chemistry | Food Technology | Food Technology | English Language | English Literature | |
Biology | Chemistry | Reliigious Education | Maths | ||
Thursday | Food Technology | Computer Sci | Physics/Chem | Physics | Religious Studies |
History | English | Geography | Religious Studies | Geography | |
Maths | Physics | English | Business/ Computer Sci | Maths | |
Religious Education | Art and Design | ||||
Friday | English | Art and Design | History | Chemistry | English Language |
Physics | Spanish | Chemistry/Biology | English Literature | History | |
Spanish | Religious Education | English | English Language | Revision of Year 10 Work | |
30 mins | 30mins | 30 mins | 30 - 40 mins | 30 - 40 mins | |
per subject | per subject | per subject | per subject | per subject | |