Homework

At Risedale, we believe that learning continues beyond the classroom, and participating in homework and revision allows our pupils to continue to become the BEST version of themselves.

"The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice." — Brian Herbert

Risedale staff have high expectations and believe that success is possible for all. Learning beyond the classroom is part of these expectations.

Homework Timetable:

Year Group	Subject and Frequency	Total Time
Year 7	English, Maths and Science - Once a week. All other subjects - Once a fortnight.	20 minutes
Year 8	English, Maths and Science - Once a week. All other subjects - Once a fortnight.	20 minutes
Year 9	English, Maths and Science - Once a week. All other subjects - Once a fortnight.	20 minutes
Year 10	English, Maths and Science and Option Subjects - Once a week.	30 minutes
Year 11	English, Maths and Science and Option Subjects - Once a week.	30 minutes

Purpose of Homework:

Homework is an important part of learning at Risedale. The purpose of setting homework is to:

Retrieve, recall, and apply the knowledge learnt in class.
Commit short-term learning into long-term knowledge.
Achieve significant improvement in pupil progress through regular completion.
Develop essential organisational and time-management skills, a critical life tool.

How is Homework Set?

The school planner will be used as the primary platform for setting and submitting homework.

All your teachers will set your homework in class, and they will talk you through the task and expectations.
All pupils must record homework in their planners on the day it is set, with the due date next to it.
Homework will be retrieval, recall, and application of knowledge acquired in class. It will not be new learning.

If you are struggling: Use "Brain, Book, Buddy, Boss"

Learning is all about finding solutions to problems, and 'getting stuck' is part of the process! If you find homework difficult, we encourage you to follow these steps independently before asking a teacher:

Brain: THINK about the problem and what you already know.
Book: RESEARCH using your class notes, textbooks, or reliable online sources.
Buddy: ASK A FRIEND (or a parent/carer) to discuss the problem with you.
Boss: Only then, CONTACT YOUR TEACHER for content-specific help.

Steps to Success:

Teachers will set realistic deadlines for you. Your success depends on submitting your work on time and to the required standard.

Submission: Your homework should be submitted on time. Your teacher will record completion and provide feedback to guide your next steps.
First Deadline Missed: If you do not meet the 1st deadline, or if the work is not at the required standard, you will be given a 2nd deadline.
Final Deadline: If you fail to complete the work for the 2nd deadline, communication with home will occur, and a final deadline will be provided.

Homework Clubs:

Not all homework needs to be completed at home. Some pupils find it easier and more effective (because of available resources or a dedicated study environment) to complete homework at school.

>> You can find information about our Homework Clubs here: Activities

OUR CURRICULUM PRINCIPLES

Our teachers are passionate about embedding our four core Curriculum Principles so that pupils are inspired, empowered, and ready for a world beyond the classroom: