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:
"My child does better at home than at school as there is no distractions"
"In my opinion the school has done an excellent job in providing remote learning in trying circumstances and with little notice."
"Remote learning has been great throughout lockdown."
"School have done a fantastic job ensuring the children are timetabled for online learning. The staff have been amazing - it can not be an easy job! I think the whole of the Tanfield team, no matter where you are on the hierarchy, need a pat on the back. Thank you so much for your support and hard work!"
"My son has maintained a good daily routine because of this, which has helped him navigate the challenges he faces away from schooling."
"Outstanding remote learning way above other schools standards, the communication has been second to none. An amazing effort from everyone involved. Well done Team Tanfield you should all be very proud of yourselves."
"I think Team Tanfield are doing a very good job of all on line schooling."
"I like that I’m contacted if Jake is not doing his work to the standard that he should."
"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."
"It's been so well organised, Leo is on all day every day and not losing interest and learning all the time. Thanks for your hard work and organisation of it all."
"Both heads of year have been fantastic with my children, any problems or concerns have been sorted straight away! Thank you!"
"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."
"I have only praise for the provision offered by Tanfield School."
"Fantastic home schooling experience so far, all lessons well prepared and I don't feel as if my child is missing out being at home. Thank you."
"Being provided with a laptop was a great help."
"Thank you for all of your hard work you help with your students."
"Much better this time, I like the fact my son is engaging in live lessons with all of his teachers, seeing and/or hearing them makes all the difference as there are clear expectations. I appreciate the amount of time and effort that has gone into making this remote learning a success and allowing my son to continue learning whilst having some kind of normality Mon-Fri. Thank you!"
"Fantastic engagement from the school to ensure Jayden is getting the learning he needs."
"Fantastic online learning. Don’t feel like he is missing out on education."
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