How is homework set?
Homework is usually set within the lesson, to give ample time for the teacher to explain the task, the purpose behind it and the due date. Teachers will explain this in lessons and set the homework itself on our online platform, Satchel One. Details about how to access the homework as a pupil and as a parent / carer are given in the user guides below.
How is homework used?
Homework may be used in a multitude of ways to reinforce learning in the lesson and to check understanding; it may also be used as part of the lesson itself.
How is homework acknowledged?
Homework may be marked formally or feedback given verbally. Positive points for homework completion may be given where the teacher judges this appropriate. The teacher may also use verbal or written praise. Where the homework is used as part of the lesson, the feedback will form part of the feedback in the lesson itself.
How frequently is homework set?
- KS3: Pupils should be set no more than 3 hours per week collectively.
- Weekly homework across all key stages for Core and MFL
- KS4: Homework set weekly by examined subjects.
What happens if my child does not complete homework?
- We understand that sometimes a homework can be missed. The second time a homework is missed, parents will be made aware. If a homework is missed a third time they will be set a homework catch up.
- It is assumed that if a teacher puts a 1 or 2 on a report for homework, parents will already have been informed of this.
- Homework catch up will be run centrally but staffed by teachers and teaching staff.
How is my child supported to complete homework?
Our approach to how we set homework as detailed above supports our students. Homework support sessions, staffed by our cover staff and teaching assistants, allow students to complete homework in school if wished. These take place Monday to Thursday from 3pm to 4pm in the school library. We recommend that students set up their account on Satchel One so they receive reminder notifications of homework due in.
How can I support my child with homework?
Parents / carers can download Satchel One on all devices and use the unique code to view your child's homework and due dates. (This will be sent home by the end of September.) We recommend that parents and carers help children to set up a regular routine for completing homework in ample time in a quiet place, packing bags in readiness the night before and encouraging them to ask teachers for clarification if needed before the due dates. We would also recommend supporting children to complete homework at the after school homework support sessions if they struggle to work at home. On page 114 of students' planners, teachers setting weekly homework will also get students to record the regular homework setting / handing in days. This helps students get into a routine and parents / carers to support this.
How do I register and use Satchel One?
Please see below for guides to support you and your child to use Satchel One at home. The Helpful Links shows you how to use Satchel One and the Video User Guide shows how to register, manage email notifications, add multiple students to a parent / carer account and reset passwords. If you experience any problems please contact us.