Homework

Students will follow a structured homework timetable.

Homework in Year 7 and Year 8 has the purpose of building routines and retrieval skills. It helps students develop organisation and independent working, with a focus on retrieval practice to strengthen memory and understanding.

All homework tasks follow our 4 Rs model: Reinforce, Reading, Rewarding, and Revision.

Year 7 Homework

Key features:

• Homework is set and submitted on Class Charts
• Weekly homework in core subjects
• Use of online platforms: Sparx Maths, Sparx Reader, Educake
• Short, focused tasks (20 minutes maximum)
• Introduction to online learning routines
• Termly rewards assigned for outstanding homework effort

Support provided:

• Tutor guidance
• Homework clubs and subject support clubs
• Online guidance videos on how to use Class Charts

Year 8 Homework

Key features: 

• Homework is set and submitted on Class Charts
• Weekly homework across subjects
• Ongoing use of Sparx Maths, Sparx Reader, and Educake
• Tasks designed to reinforce learning and develop study routines
• Fortnightly homework in History, Geography, and MFL
• Termly rewards assigned for outstanding homework effort

Support provided:

• Tutor and teacher guidance
• Homework clubs and subject support clubs
• Online resources for revision and learning skills
• Class Charts how to guide

Year 9 Homework

Homework in Year 9 prepares students for Key Stage 4 by encouraging independence and deepening subject knowledge. Its purpose is to develop retrieval skills and revision habits, while strengthening organisation and independent learning.

All homework tasks follow our 4 Rs model: Reinforce, Reading, Rewarding, and Revision.

Key features: 

• Homework is set and submitted on Class Charts
• Weekly tasks in core and foundation subjects
• Use of online platforms (Sparx Maths, Sparx Reader, Educake)
• Introduction of longer, more focused tasks
• Preparation for the transition to GCSE study
• Termly rewards assigned for outstanding homework effort

Support provided:

• Tutor and teacher guidance
• Homework clubs and subject support clubs
• Online resources for revision and learning skills
• Class Charts how to guide

Year 10 Homework

Homework in Year 10 supports students for Key Stage 4 by encouraging independence and deepening subject knowledge. We continue to develop retrieval skills and strengthening organisation and independent learning.

Homework now plays a crucial role in preparing for GCSE success. Its purpose is to consolidate learning, develop revision strategies, and prepare for examinations.

All homework tasks follow our 4 Rs model: Reinforce, Reading, Rewarding, and Revision.

Key features for Year 10:

• Homework is set and submitted on Class Charts
• Weekly structured homework timetable
• Mix of online learning (Sparx Maths, Sparx Reader, Educake) and subject-specific assignments
• Focus on reinforcing classwork and building exam preparation skills
• Termly rewards assigned for outstanding homework effort

Support provided:

• Teacher and tutor support
• Homework clubs and support after school
• Online platforms with guidance built in
• Online resources for revision and learning skills
• Class Charts how to guide

Year 11 Homework

In Year 11, homework is central to GCSE preparation. The purpose is to consolidate knowledge, support revision, and build exam readiness.

All homework tasks follow our 4 Rs model: Reinforce, Reading, Rewarding, and Revision.

Key features for Year 11:

• Homework is set and submitted on Class Charts
• Weekly structured timetable across all subjects
• Use of Sparx Maths, Educake, alongside targeted subject revision
• Tasks aligned to upcoming exams and assessments
• Termly rewards assigned for outstanding homework effort.
• Further challenge via extended written, timed and wider reading tasks

Support provided:

• Guidance from teachers and tutors
• Homework clubs and revision sessions
• Online platforms with self-marking tools and feedback
• Online resources for revision and learning skills
• Class Charts how to guide