General points regarding homework and learning outside of the classroom:
Ormskirk School Homework Timetable
Key Stage 3 Year 7-9
KS3 |
Lit |
Eng |
Ma |
Sci |
MFL |
Gg |
Hi |
RE |
ICT |
Tech |
Art |
Mu |
Dra |
PE |
|
Frequency per fortnight |
7 |
* |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
None |
** |
*** |
None |
None |
None |
8 |
* |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
None |
** |
*** |
None |
None |
None |
|
9 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
** |
*** |
None |
None |
None |
Notes
Highlighted |
Year 7 will only have homework in these subjects in the first half term in order to support pupils’ transition from Year 6 to Year 7. |
Maths |
2 homework tasks per fortnight is a minimum. Additional tasks may be set based on the learning experiences in the classroom. |
History/RE/ICT |
There will be one ‘Extended Learning’ task per term. Teachers will check pupil progress on these tasks on several occasions throughout the term. These ‘check points’ will be recorded on the homework calendar |
*Literacy |
Reading will be set each week based on the Accelerated Reader scheme. |
**Technology |
Two homework tasks will be set per rotation of the subjects. A rotation usually takes place over a period of 10 weeks.
|
*** Art |
One ‘Extended Learning’ task per year. The Year 7 task will be set in the first term. Year 8 & 9 will be set their task in the summer term. There will be optional homework throughout the year for students who are enthusiastic about art. Also additional homework tasks may be set to assist the learning in lesson e.g. bring in a photo you have taken. |
Key Stage 4 Year 10 & 11
KS4 |
Year |
Eng |
Ma |
Sc |
RE |
Option Subjects |
Frequency per fortnight |
10 & 11 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
On average 2 per fortnight. However, due to the specific requirements of different GCSE and BTEC subjects, individual departments will set appropriate tasks for their subjects in a timely manner. |
Notes
Maths |
2 homework tasks per fortnight is a minimum. Additional tasks may be set based on the learning experiences in the classroom. |
Accessing homework via Class Charts
Class Charts is the application used to record the setting and student completion of homework. When you log into Class Charts you will be able to see this information along with the details of any upcoming homework tasks.
The following link will take you to a guide on how to access Class Charts:
http://www.edukey.co.uk/static/quickstart_guides/Quick_start_for_parents.pdf