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:
"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."
"It's brilliant, our school is the only I know doing a full school day to the best of our abilities!"
"The teachers at Tanfield are doing a brilliant job at online teaching, I feel that my child is enjoying this different type of learning but she is still looking forward to the day when she can go back into school."
"Tanfield is doing an amazing job at keeping the kids up to date with their education and we are extremely thankful for that."
"I think everything has gone really well. Very well organised, problems sorted fast. I like how the day is as if they were still attending school as it keeps the best sort of routine possible for the children. Well done !!!"
"We're very impressed with the home schooling setup."
"I'm extremely grateful to the Tanfield staff who have provided such high quality education through both lockdowns."
"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."
"I think the support that the children are receiving from teachers is excellent."
"My son has maintained a good daily routine because of this, which has helped him navigate the challenges he faces away from schooling."
"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."
"Appreciate everyone’s efforts to deliver lessons on google classroom and the support given to students."
"My child seems to be learning more at home due to fewer distractions."
"We are all extremely grateful for and impressed by everything you are all doing for everyone concerned, under such difficult circumstances. Thank you."
"Excellent provision and far better managed and delivered than other schools in the area!"
"You are all doing an amazing job. I'm 100% happy with the work you are setting. And feel my children are not missing out on anything at all. Well done Tanfield School."
"Remote learning has been great throughout lockdown."
"I am really impressed with how the school has developed this type of learning for the pupils. It’s not been easy for anyone however the teachers have shown amazing support towards the kids, a massive well done and thank you."
"I will be forever grateful for the superstar teaching staff on Team Tanfield, and of course the support staff who work behind the scenes."
"It is excellent."
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