We recently surveyed parents and carers about our remote education offering. Key findings are:
The vast majority (97%) are happy with the remote education provision and 92% are confident that their child is learning while at home.
94% told us that the work set for their child is at the right level of challenge and 92% agree that it was the right amount.
The vast majority of parents and carers praised the school for their dedication and efforts to make sure their children are still learning while at home.
95% think that students sticking to their normal timetable is the right decision and 90% stated that they are happy with every lesson being taught over a live Google Meet.
Here's some of the lovely things our parents had to say:
"Knowing that she can speak to her teachers in real time is very reassuring."
"Tanfield is doing an amazing job at keeping the kids up to date with their education and we are extremely thankful for that."
"The school are handling things very well and doing a great job with continuing to provide education to pupils throughout the pandemic."
"I am extremely grateful for the hardwork and dedication to my child’s education provided by Tanfield, and I actually think it is superior to other secondary settings. He is engaged; puts his all into lessons because of the constant interaction with staff; and was thrilled to achieve star student and then the attendance award. These are all great incentives. The completing of the full timetable provides us with reassurance that he is fulfilling the year 7 curriculum therefore reducing potential gaps."
"The teachers at Tanfield are doing a brilliant job at online teaching, I feel that my child is enjoying this different type of learning but she is still looking forward to the day when she can go back into school."
"I'm really proud with the learning my children are receiving. I feel the normal school hours are helping to keep them in a routine. After talking with other parents who have children at different schools I feel Tanfield have handled this well. Some children at other schools don't have zoom classes or much work."
"The school has gone above and beyond and I feel the education standards that are being kept are above other schools in the area."
"It has been very good so far and Sam enjoys it."
"There's been a consistent and high level of teaching, and as a parent, it is much appreciated."
"Mr Davison has been fantastic in ensuring that we have known what to do to ensure Patrick continues to learn. Thanks to him and all of the team."
"We're very impressed with the home schooling setup."
"I am very impressed with the way remote learning has been organised and carried out. Samuel engages very well and Ifeel he is continuing to develop in his learning for GCSE preparation."
"I think the remote education that tanfield is providing is very good. The Year 7 Head of Year Mr Smith has been an amazing support when myself or my child have need him. I could not praise him enough."
"The remote education and the support from the teachers has been amazing."
"I like that I’m contacted if Jake is not doing his work to the standard that he should."
"Very satisfied."
"I have only praise for the provision offered by Tanfield School."
"I think Team Tanfield are doing a very good job of all on line schooling."
"Think you are all doing a fabulous job under very difficult circumstances. Son is working hard everyday & learning. No complaints at all."
"I would like to commend and express my gratitude to all of the teaching staff who have been exemplary during the lockdown periods. Head of Year wellbeing care telephone calls have been very much appreciated."
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