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:
"School starts at our kitchen table at 8.40 each morning. The teachers have adapted their teaching and in some instances, the timing of the element of the curriculum taught, to fit the way home learning best works. I can hear enthusiasm, (lots of) patience, praise and professionalism from teachers throughout the day. In addition, I have received excellent support through Pastoral teaching and 'The Link' staff, which has ensured our SEND plan is appropriate and functioning. This process is still following the usual yearly timetable! Then, unbelievably, there is also a Wednesday chess club, a weekly session/group lesson from the Autism peripatetic support and a guitar lesson, live online each Friday. Thank you for this excellent undertakingand your hard work."
"Fantastic engagement from the school to ensure Jayden is getting the learning he needs."
"Remote learning is working well for my child."
"The school has gone above and beyond and I feel the education standards that are being kept are above other schools in the area."
"Think you are all doing a fabulous job under very difficult circumstances. Son is working hard everyday & learning. No complaints at all."
"I like that I’m contacted if Jake is not doing his work to the standard that he should."
"The remote education and the support from the teachers has been amazing."
"It has been very good so far and Sam enjoys it."
"I think the support that the children are receiving from teachers is excellent."
"Tanfield has been really good with remote learning and my child has not missed out on anything. I am so proud of his progress In every lesson."
"We could not ask for more from the school, staff have gone above and beyond to ensure that the students are learning and also find the time to check on their well-being. As parents, we have been kept up to date with Daniel’s progress during a virtual parents evening which was excellent and with developments in the exam situation through prompt, regular letters as the situation develops. The proactive approach taken by the school to this ever changing situation has really helped Daniel to maintain some kind of normal by providing a routine. Thank you also for the prompt response to the issue raised following parents evening."
"We are all extremely grateful for and impressed by everything you are all doing for everyone concerned, under such difficult circumstances. Thank you."
"Knowing that she can speak to her teachers in real time is very reassuring."
"I think Team Tanfield are doing a very good job of all on line schooling."
"The remote education provision has been fantastic. Isobel continues to learn and can easily engage with her teachers. Encouraging the star student award whilst at home has also been really beneficial and when awarded it has given Isobel a sense of achievement and definitely boosts her confidence."
"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."
"We have been very happy with the live online lessons and all the support given by the teachers. We can't speak highly enough of Team Tanfield."
"Excellent provision and far better managed and delivered than other schools in the area!"
"My child does better at home than at school as there is no distractions"
"I think you are all doing a fabulous job. Thank you."
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