Homework
Homework is an important part of learning and enables students to develop their independence and resilience across the curriculum.
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Homework is an important part of learning and enables students to develop their independence and resilience across the curriculum.
We believe that homework is an important part of students’ education. Purposeful homework helps to reinforce and extend learning, develop independent study habits and prepare students for future learning and assessment. It also supports students in developing organisation, resilience and personal responsibility.
Homework will be purposeful, appropriate to the curriculum and designed to support learning taking place in school. Tasks may vary in length and frequency depending on the subject, year group and point within the curriculum.
All homework will be set on Google Classroom, with clear instructions and appropriate deadlines.
We recognise that homework should be manageable alongside students’ wider commitments and that the amount required may vary from week to week.
Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9)
As a general guide, students should expect to spend approximately 60–90 minutes per evening on homework and independent learning. This will vary across the week depending on subjects, deadlines and the nature of the tasks set. Regular reading is also encouraged.
Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11)
Homework and independent study will increase in response to the demands of GCSE and vocational courses. Students should expect regular homework across their subjects, which may include retrieval practice, revision, examination questions, coursework and preparation for future learning.
Key Stage 5 (Sixth Form)
Independent study is an essential part of post-16 education. Students should expect to complete approximately 4–5 hours of independent study per subject each week, including effective use of non-contact periods.
Homework will take different forms depending on the subject and stage of learning. It may include:
Not every homework task will require the same amount of time. Departments will use their professional judgement to set homework that is appropriate and purposeful.
We want all students to be able to complete homework successfully. Support is available through a range of school resources, including homework clubs, online learning platforms and after-school study sessions.
Students are encouraged to speak to their subject teacher if they are unsure about a task or require additional support.
Principal: Katie Scarnell MA (Cantab)
Chair of Academy Council: Tony McKenna
Please send all enquiries to the PA to the SLT, Ms S Kent, using the details below or directly via email (skent@liftgreensward.org). Please also contact Ms Kent if you would like paper copies of any school information.
Address: Lift Greensward, Greensward Lane, Hockley, Essex SS5 5HG
Telephone Number: 01702 202571
Email Address: contactus@liftgreensward.org
Timing of the school day: 8.25am - 2.55pm
Office opening hours: 8.00am to 4.00pm (3.30pm on Fridays)
Every effort will be made to reply to telephone calls or emails as soon as is feasibly possible, but we would ask parents to bear in mind that members of staff may have a full day's teaching timetable and therefore will endeavour to respond within two working days during normal school hours. Some staff who work part time may not access emails until they are in school.
If you would like to see a member of staff, please phone our Main Reception in advance to make an appointment. If you do not have an appointment you will not be seen unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Concerns about individual subjects should be referred to the subject teacher in the first instance. More general concerns should be referred to your child’s form tutor in the first instance. Our SENCo is Mrs K Turner. Please see communication flowchart here.
You may contact Lift Schools, using the details below:
Lift Schools, 1 EdCity Walk, EdCity, London, W12 7TF, www.liftschools.org
Contacting us about your child
Email Guidance
Since much of the communication between the school and parents/carers is now conducted by email, the school has produced the guidance here.
Code of Conduct for Visitors Policy
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We expect all communication between visitors and the school to be conducted in a polite and respectful manner.
