Supporting Success Beyond the Classroom
At The Chase, home learning is designed to reinforce classroom learning, develop independent study habits and help students build the knowledge and skills required for success.
Our approach combines regular practice, retrieval of key knowledge and independent study, while providing clear expectations and support for students and families.
One weekly homework deadline
All homework is due by Monday evening.
Having a single weekly deadline helps students:
Rather than managing several deadlines throughout the week, students can organise their workload independently and decide when to complete each subject.
However we do encourage forming a regular routine to avoid completing all homework the night before or over the weeked. Please see below sections for more details for each Year group.
Students complete homework in:
Plus weekly French or Spanish vocabulary revision
Sparx is the single platform used for Years 7 - 9. It is responsive and adapts to the students. It works by students completing tasks and records the time they spend on the task.
To avoid any behaviour points for incomplete homework students need to complete 100% of the task or spend at least the allocated time for the task shown below.
Languages Vocabulary Learning (Years 7-9)
All Year 7, 8 and 9 students will receive a vocabulary booklet for French or Spanish.
Each week students should:
Teachers will carry out short vocabulary tests from Tuesday onwards and will inform classes when these will take place.
Regular vocabulary practice supports memory, literacy and long-term learning
Weekly Allocation
| Subject | Years 7 & 8 | Year 9 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 30 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Maths | 30 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Science | 30 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Languages Vocabulary | 15 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Weekly Homework Total Time | 1 hour 45 minutes | 2 hours 15 minutes |
Suggested Weekly Study Routine
Although students can organise their homework as they choose, we recommend the following routine:
| Day | Recommended Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday |
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| Tuesday | Science homework |
| Wednesday | English homework |
| Thursday | Maths homework / Maths Homework Club |
| Friday | Vocabulary revision / Finish any outstanding Sparx |
| Saturday/Sunday | No homework - FREE TIME |
Student Top Tip: Complete homework little and often throughout the week rather than leaving everything until Monday.
Parent tip: You will receive a weekly emails with update on your child's progress three days before the deadline. If you are not receiving these, check your junk inbox and if there is nothing there please contact the school and we will resolve this issue.
Studnets complete homework in:
Core Subjects
Options Subjects
Students will also receive homework set by their option subjects throughout the year.
Typical Weekly Allocation
| Subject | Year 10 | Year 11 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 50 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Maths | 50 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Science | 50 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Option Subjects (per subject) | 20 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Weekly Homework Total Time | Approx 3 hours 10 minutes | Approx 4 hours |
Suggested Weekly Study Routine
Although students can organise their homework as they choose, we recommend the following routine:
| Day | Recommended Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday |
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| Tuesday | Science homework |
| Wednesday | English homework |
| Thursday | Maths homework / Maths Homework Club |
| Friday | 1 Option subject & finish andy outstanding maths/science/english |
| Saturday/Sunday | No Homework - FREE TIME |
Student Top Tip: Complete homework little and often throughout the week rather than leaving everything until Monday.
Parent tip: You will receive a weekly emails with update on your child's progress in Maths and Science three days before the deadline. If you are not receiving these, check your junk inbox and if there is nothing there please contact the school and we will resolve this issue.
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Every Monday after school Location: C6, C7 and C8 Students can:
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| Maths Homework Club |
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Every Thursday after school Location: Maths Department Students can:
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Students who are experiencing difficulties with homework should:
We want all students to develop the habits and organisational skills needed to be successful both in school and beyond. If students or parents have concerns about homework, they should contact their Form Tutor in the first instance so that support can be provided as early as possible.
We understand that genuine extenuating circumstances can occasionally affect a student's ability to complete homework. In these situations, parents/carers should contact the school as soon as possible. However, as homework is available throughout the week, absence on the Monday deadline day would not normally excuse multiple pieces of unfinished homework.
If Homework Is Not Completed
Homework Support Programme
Students who receive three Homework Detentions in a half term, or one SLT Homework Detention will join our Homework Support Programme.
This provides additional support with organisation, study habits and homework completion through regular check-ins and dedicated time during breaktimes or lunchtimes.
Working Together
Our homework detentions and support programme are designed to help students succeed. Students are expected to attend and engage positively with these interventions.
Where a student repeatedly chooses not to attend homework detentions or engage with the Homework Support Programme, this will be managed in line with the school's Behaviour Policy.
We will always work in partnership with students and families to identify barriers and provide support wherever possible.