Middle & Senior School

Students will continue with their timetable in an online setting. From time to time students may require the support of their parents or carers to navigate Learning@Home successfully. It should be noted that we do not expect parents to become teachers. Teachers will continue to provide guided learning online.

When engaging with lessons, students are encouraged to review instructions and resources made available in their learning platform. If students require assistance, they are encouraged to ask questions of the teacher during the subject’s timetabled lesson using the chat forum or collaboration spaces.

Middle & Senior School - Specific FAQs

What does a Learning@Home day look like?

• Students usual lessons will take place at normal times as per your timetable.

• Pass on any concerns you might have to your Class Mentor teacher.

• Students will need to use your computer from home to login and access your learning via Microsoft Teams, OneNote or other methods already communicated.

• Students will be able to contact their teacher through Email or Microsoft Teams

• Teachers will be checking that students have logged on to do their set work and have joined their live conferencing sessions.

• Students will use their time at home to continue with the work set by your teachers.

Do I have to do classwork and homework?

• Yes – even from home, learning and related schoolwork will continue.

• You will be guided by your teachers as to what work is required, and the time frames to complete these.

Can I contact my teachers outside of the usual lesson times?

• If you need to contact your teacher outside of the usual lesson time, you can do so using email.

What will happen in subjects that have practical components such as HPE, Visual Art, Drama, Food Tech?

• The College is aware that some practical tasks will not be possible with Learning@Home. Your teachers will prepare alternative activities from other aspects of their subject area.

I usually get extra help with my learning. How will I be helped during online learning?

• Your teacher will send you support materials and any amended tasks that you would normally receive at school.

• If you receive other types of support, the staff who work with you in that area will assist you through systems such as Teams or email.

• If you have any concerns about your progress, let your teacher know.

What do I do if I miss one of the live conferencing sessions?

• Students are expected to join live sessions.

• Teachers will be monitoring attendance and learning progress.

• Be proactive - email your teacher explaining why you missed it so they can help you catch up.

What are my online learning expectations?

• Be dressed appropriately. We encourage students to wear their uniform. If this is not practical, smart casual clothes are fine as you would for a Free Dress day.

• Students are expected to follow the Student Code of Conduct.