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:
"The teachers at Tanfield have been very supportive of my child’s needs during this time. Well done Tanfield for continuing with live lessons in yet another lockdown, these are invaluable to our children."
"My son has maintained a good daily routine because of this, which has helped him navigate the challenges he faces away from schooling."
"Couldnt be happier!"
"The school are handling things very well and doing a great job with continuing to provide education to pupils throughout the pandemic."
"I work with a lot of schools in my role as a social worker and have to say that Tanfield's approach to online learning during the pandemic has ran like a well oiled machine and is far superior to the approach taken by other schools."
"The remote education and the support from the teachers has been amazing."
"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."
"The teaching staff have been amazing!"
"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."
"Doing a great job."
"Thank you for all that you are doing at such a vital time in a year 11’s school life. When the world turned mad you have helped ease the worrying of our children missing out at such an important time."
"Both heads of year have been fantastic with my children, any problems or concerns have been sorted straight away! Thank you!"
"I am very happy with the online learning. My child has managed very well with everything. The school has been very supportive and helpful."
"Maintaining the format of a normal school day through timetabled sessions has kept a much needed structure and routine to my daughter's day."
"My child does better at home than at school as there is no distractions"
"I have only praise for the provision offered by Tanfield School."
"The provision provided by the school has been excellent."
"I am happy with the remote learning and the work the school has done to make sure pupils are engaged in their studies which is particularly important for my son in his final year. Well done Tanfield."
"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."
"Knowing that she can speak to her teachers in real time is very reassuring."
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