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 teachers at Tanfield have been very supportive of my child’s needs during this time. Well done Tanfield for continuing with live lessons in yet another lockdown, these are invaluable to our children."

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

"Think you are all doing a fabulous job under very difficult circumstances. Son is working hard everyday & learning. No complaints at all."

"I work with a lot of schools in my role as a social worker and have to say that Tanfield's approach to online learning during the pandemic has ran like a well oiled machine and is far superior to the approach taken by other schools."

"The teaching staff have been amazing!"

"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 school have been fantastic and understanding with my child’s learning."

"I feel that tanfield are doing their upmost to ensure the students are educated to the highest standards throughout these difficult times."

"The school and teachers have provided a great deal of support too and when needed have responded swiftly to any queries we might have had."

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

"A very big thanks to Sarah Johnson, Miss Shotton, Miss Malia and Miss Brown for Tammy in English, they have all been very supportive to both girls and a credit to your school."

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

"I'm extremely grateful to the Tanfield staff who have provided such high quality education through both lockdowns."

"School starts at our kitchen table at 8.40 each morning. The teachers have adapted their teaching and in some instances, the timing of the element of the curriculum taught, to fit the way home learning best works. I can hear enthusiasm, (lots of) patience, praise and professionalism from teachers throughout the day. In addition, I have received excellent support through Pastoral teaching and 'The Link' staff, which has ensured our SEND plan is appropriate and functioning. This process is still following the usual yearly timetable! Then, unbelievably, there is also a Wednesday chess club, a weekly session/group lesson from the Autism peripatetic support and a guitar lesson, live online each Friday. Thank you for this excellent undertakingand your hard work."

"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."

"Fantastic."