It is the school's policy that homework will be set regularly within the framework of a homework timetable. Homework is set online via Satchel. 

The Purpose of Home Learning

Homework is any activity which students are expected to complete outside of their lesson time.

• Consolidate, reinforce and extend classroom learning
• Develop skills, confidence and motivation which will support independent lifelong learning
• Enable students to manage their time and the demands of coursework
• Inform and involve parents in their children’s learning

Roles and Responsibilities

Student

• Record all pieces of homework
• See their teacher before the deadline if help is required
• Complete all pieces on time to the best of their ability
• Students not completing homework on time will receive a sanction in line with the school behaviour policy

Parents

• To provide a peaceful place for students to study
• To show an interest and encourage students with their homework

Teachers

• Set homework according to published timetable
• Ensure that students have planners out at the start of each lesson ready to record at an appropriate time
• Ensure that all pieces of homework are appropriate and meet the individual needs of students
• All pieces of homework are identified in schemes of work
• Homework is marked regularly and appropriate feedback is given

Mentors

• To liaise with subject leaders and year leaders when there is a concern
• To contact parents if students are not doing homework in a number of subjects