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.

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

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

"We are all extremely grateful for and impressed by everything you are all doing for everyone concerned, under such difficult circumstances. Thank you."

"I can’t thank the staff at Tanfield enough. The education provided for my son during these exceptionally difficult times is excellent and staff are always available and able to help. Huge thanks to Mr Clough and the team."

"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!"

"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."

"Appreciate everyone’s efforts to deliver lessons on google classroom and the support given to students."

"My son has maintained a good daily routine because of this, which has helped him navigate the challenges he faces away from schooling."

"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!"

"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."

"Both heads of year have been fantastic with my children, any problems or concerns have been sorted straight away! Thank you!"

"Fantastic engagement from the school to ensure Jayden is getting the learning he needs."

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

"Mr Davison has been fantastic in ensuring that we have known what to do to ensure Patrick continues to learn. Thanks to him and all of the team."

"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."

"We could not ask for more from the school, staff have gone above and beyond to ensure that the students are learning and also find the time to check on their well-being. As parents, we have been kept up to date with Daniel’s progress during a virtual parents evening which was excellent and with developments in the exam situation through prompt, regular letters as the situation develops. The proactive approach taken by the school to this ever changing situation has really helped Daniel to maintain some kind of normal by providing a routine. Thank you also for the prompt response to the issue raised following parents evening."