Parent Feedback

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.

"You are all doing an amazing job. My children are not missing out on any education in my opinion. Thank you Tanfield School."

"Remote learning is working well for my child."

"Fantastic online learning. Don’t feel like he is missing out on education."

"A massive well done to all the Teachers - they're doing an amazing job."

"I would like to say thank you for the excellent provision you are currently providing online, my daughter is actually doing better than she would in school as there are no other distractions."

"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!"

"I'm really proud with the learning my children are receiving. I feel the normal school hours are helping to keep them in a routine. After talking with other parents who have children at different schools I feel Tanfield have handled this well. Some children at other schools don't have zoom classes or much work."

"Good communication via app, text messages and telephone calls."

"I’m very happy with the help and support Chloe receives, during this difficult time. Well done team Tanfield this is a reflection of your hard work and care. Thank you for all you do."

"Tanfield is doing an amazing job at keeping the kids up to date with their education and we are extremely thankful for that."

"The provision provided by the school has been excellent."

"Maintaining the format of a normal school day through timetabled sessions has kept a much needed structure and routine to my daughter's day."

"Excellent, head of year checks in all the time with me."

"The remote education by Team Tanfield has been amazing with the right amount of work load also allowing for correct home life balance. We are absolutely amazed how well Lilly is doing in Tanfield, as a young carer we thought she would struggle but she logs on without any prompts from us and she cracks on with it and most importantly has settled well and enjoys Tanfield, best decision we made for high school."

"You are all doing a fantastic job."

"I think the remote education that tanfield is providing is very good. The Year 7 Head of Year Mr Smith has been an amazing support when myself or my child have need him. I could not praise him enough."