Home Learning Booklets

Following a review of the way homework was set and completed we have decided to implement a more structured programme of tasks for pupils at Key Stage 3. These booklets contain the Home Learning tasks for the autumn term.
Our aim is to ensure that pupils and parents have a clear idea of the Home Learning set and when it should be completed and handed in.  The Home Learning tasks will be varied with an emphasis on extended study and independent research.
Each subject will set an extended Home Learning task that should take between three to four hours to complete over a four week period. English, mathematics, and science will set two tasks per term whilst the other subjects will set one task per term.

The tasks have been staggered so that the pupils only have to hand in a maximum of two Home Learning tasks at any one time. The timetable on page 5 shows exactly when each Home Learning task is to be completed.  The letter ‘H’ shows when the task is to be handed in. The pupil’s work will normally be marked and returned within two weeks, this is shown as a small ‘r’ on the timetable. If the deadline is close to the end of term the return date will be at the start of the next term.

The booklet contains detailed instructions on what the pupils are expected to do, how to complete the task, and an extension task for those pupils who wish to challenge themselves. There are also details of the help available, should a pupil have difficulties completing the work.

All Home Learning tasks will be marked using a six point scale as shown below.

Grade Awarded
What this Means
Rewards for this Grade
A

An outstanding piece of Home Learning, showing that you fulfilled or exceeded the time expected to complete it and gave it your best efforts.  The final outcome is well above your target level.

 5 Merits
B

A good, sound piece of Home Learning, showing that you fulfilled the time expected to complete it and worked hard.  The final outcome is above your target level.

 4 Merits
C

A satisfactory piece of Home Learning, showing that you completed the work, with some effort.  The final outcome is at your target level.

 2 Merit
D

A disappointing piece of work, which looks as though not enough time was spent on it and / or that you didn’t work hard enough on it.  The final outcome is well below your target level.

 0 Merits
E

An unsatisfactory attempt.

 0 Merits
Work returned
to be done again
F

Home Learning not completed.

 0 Merits
Parents
Informed

 These grades will be reported along with the normal ROPs and attitude grades. As the Home Learning tasks are staggered, not all subjects will be able to report a Home Learning grade with every report.
Home Learning details for the Spring and Summer terms will be sent out at the end of the Autumn and Spring terms. Copies of this booklet are available on our web site at www.petersfieldschool.com.

If you have any questions about the new Home Learning tasks or would like further details please contact the relevant person at the school using the email contact list shown on page 4 or by phoning 01730 263119. If you are unsure who to contact please send an email to either deputyhead@petersfieldschool.com or deputyhead2@petersfieldschool.com.

We will be carrying out an evaluation of the new Home Learning initiative in the Autumn term and would be grateful for any feedback.

To Download The Year 7 Home Learning Booklet Click Here
To Download The Year 7 Additional Home Learning Booklet Click Here

To Download The Year 8 Home Learning Booklet Click Here
To Download The Year 8 Additional Home Learning Booklet Click Here

To Download The Year 9 Home Learning Booklet Click Here
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