Home Learning
Knowledge Organisers
Knowledge Organisers are a key part of home learning across Key Stage 3 and beyond. They help students focus on essential knowledge and support effective revision at home.
Students are regularly directed to specific sections of their Knowledge Organisers to learn each week, with guidance shared through Arbor. Regular retrieval practice in lessons helps teachers check understanding and identify any areas that need revisiting.
Homework and Revision Expectations
Key Stage 3
Students are expected to spend 1 hour per day, five days a week, revising three subjects as directed by their homework timetable.
Homework is usually based around Knowledge Organisers, with the exception of:
- Sparx tasks
- practical or creative homework in subjects such as Art, Drama or Technology
Teachers clearly communicate weekly learning expectations, and students are supported to develop effective revision routines.
Key Stage 4
Students in KS4 should aim to complete at least 1 hour and 30 minutes of home learning each school day.
Typically, teachers set one homework task per week per subject, designed to take around 45 minutes, although this may vary. Tasks may include:
- Knowledge Organiser activities
- online learning tasks
- research
- other subject-specific homework
If no specific homework is set, students are encouraged to review the day’s learning, revise using Knowledge Organisers, or consolidate their understanding in a subject of their choice.
Students should also aim to read for two 20-minute sessions each week.
Remote Learning
If a student is unable to attend school, remote learning will be provided to ensure continuity of education wherever possible.
Microsoft Teams
Many staff use Microsoft Teams to share lesson resources, homework and revision materials. These resources support students in continuing their learning when working remotely.
During Core IT lessons, students are taught how to access Microsoft Teams, locate their class teams and complete work set by their teachers.
Supporting Home Learning
We encourage parents and carers to support their child by:
- helping them establish a regular home learning routine
- checking Arbor for homework information and updates
- encouraging regular revision and reading.
By working together, we can ensure that home learning supports progress, confidence and long-term success.
