Extended Learning

Homework

Homework is an integral part of curriculum delivery at Cornelius; it is a planned learning activity that provides students with the opportunity to:

• Explore and broaden their knowledge of a topic

• Consolidate their understanding 

• Prepare in advance for a lesson 

• Refine their skills and develop fluency through practice 

• Develop independence and effective study skills.

Research indicates that homework at secondary school has a significant impact on student progress and is one of the most effective ways of reducing the Disadvantage gap (Education Endowment Foundation).

Our approach to homework is outlined below:

• A homework timetable is in place for all subjects and year groups. Students and teachers are required to adhere to this timetable so that workloads are manageable. Teachers may set additional ‘optional’ homework for their subject to provide students with further opportunities to extend their learning.

• All homework must be setting using Edulink. This enables parents and students to view tasks easily .

• When planning homework activities, teachers will consider setting activities which limit the amount of work to be directly ‘handed in’ to the teacher for marking. As well as written tasks, effective homework activities can include pre-reading activities, focused research and planning, consolidation activities such as quizzing and mind-mapping, guided independent study using online programs and practicing skills.  

How Parents/Carers can help

At Cornelius, we value the important role parents and carers play in supporting students with their learning at home. You can help your child with their homework in the following ways:

• Use Edulink to regularly check the homework that has been set. Your child may benefit from help in organising their time to meet deadlines effectively.

• Talk to your child about the homework they’ve been set and how it links to what they are learning in school.

• Check that homework is completed and encourage your child to do their best with each task.

• Help establish effective study habits by providing a quiet, distraction-free environment—avoiding mobile phones, television, and social media during study time.

• Encourage your child to seek help if they are struggling with any aspect of their homework. Remind them they can speak directly with their teacher for support.

• Contact your child’s Form Tutor if they are experiencing ongoing difficulties with homework, so that we can work together to provide the right support.

Year 7 Homework Timetable

Year 8 Homework Timetable 

Year 9 Homework Timetable

Year 10 Homework Timetable

Year 11 Homework Timetable