We recently surveyed parents and carers about our remote education offering. Key findings are:
The vast majority (97%) are happy with the remote education provision and 92% are confident that their child is learning while at home.
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.
Here's some of the lovely things our parents had to say:
"The learning and support provided from the school has been exemplary from the very beginning of the pandemic, leaps ahead of other local and national schools. The school should be very proud and as parents we’re very grateful."
"I will be forever grateful for the superstar teaching staff on Team Tanfield, and of course the support staff who work behind the scenes."
"I am very impressed with the way remote learning has been organised and carried out. Samuel engages very well and Ifeel he is continuing to develop in his learning for GCSE preparation."
"Fantastic engagement from the school to ensure Jayden is getting the learning he needs."
"A massive well done to all the Teachers - they're doing an amazing job."
"I like that I’m contacted if Jake is not doing his work to the standard that he should."
"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."
"Thank you for all of your hard work you help with your students."
"Remote learning is working well for my child."
"Thank you for all of your hard work you help with your students."
"I feel that tanfield are doing their upmost to ensure the students are educated to the highest standards throughout these difficult times."
"Excellent, head of year checks in all the time with me."
"It is excellent."
"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."
"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."
"The remote education provision has been fantastic. Isobel continues to learn and can easily engage with her teachers. Encouraging the star student award whilst at home has also been really beneficial and when awarded it has given Isobel a sense of achievement and definitely boosts her confidence."
"We're very impressed with the home schooling setup."
"Couldnt be happier!"
"I think the support that the children are receiving from teachers is excellent."
"Remote learning has been great throughout lockdown."
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