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:
"I think you are all doing a fabulous job. Thank you."
"Outstanding support from the school to ensure my daughter is prepared for her GCSEs this year. The daily incentives to encourage pupils to attend all lessons is a great idea too."
"In my opinion the school has done an excellent job in providing remote learning in trying circumstances and with little notice."
"Excellent, head of year checks in all the time with me."
"I think Team Tanfield are doing a very good job of all on line schooling."
"A very big thanks to Sarah Johnson, Miss Shotton, Miss Malia and Miss Brown for Tammy in English, they have all been very supportive to both girls and a credit to your school."
"You are all doing a fantastic job."
"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."
"The school are handling things very well and doing a great job with continuing to provide education to pupils throughout the pandemic."
"Appreciate everyone’s efforts to deliver lessons on google classroom and the support given to students."
"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."
"They have shown up everyday, online, and delivered their classes."
"The school are handling things very well and doing a great job with continuing to provide education to pupils throughout the pandemic."
"You are all doing an amazing job. My children are not missing out on any education in my opinion. Thank you Tanfield School."
"I think the support that the children are receiving from teachers is excellent."
"We are all extremely grateful for and impressed by everything you are all doing for everyone concerned, under such difficult circumstances. Thank you."
"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 can’t thank the staff at Tanfield enough. The education provided for my son during these exceptionally difficult times is excellent and staff are always available and able to help. Huge thanks to Mr Clough and the team."
"A massive well done to all the Teachers - they're doing an amazing job."
"Remote learning has been great throughout lockdown."
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