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.

"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."

"The live lessons are a fantastic way to engage the children and from what I have observed, believe the quality of the teaching has been very good so far!"

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

"Knowing that she can speak to her teachers in real time is very reassuring."

"It's brilliant, our school is the only I know doing a full school day to the best of our abilities!"

"Thank you for all of your hard work you help with your students."

"I have only praise for the provision offered by Tanfield School."

"Well done for providing the online learning which follows the normal timetable, this is so much better than just providing work for pupils to complete like so many other schools are offering."

"The school are handling things very well and doing a great job with continuing to provide education to pupils throughout the pandemic."

"My child does better at home than at school as there is no distractions"

"It is excellent."

"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!"

"The teachers are working so hard to keep the kids' education going. My son has had to be given a shake up a few times after not bothering to log on but the teachers are always there."

"I think you are all doing a fabulous job. Thank you."

"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."