Homework Policy
At Oriel Specialist Mathematics and Computing College we aim to provide every student a with well rounded understanding in all aspects of their education. Our homework policy is designed to help all students achieve their full potential.
At secondary level, the Government recommends that the time spent on homework or GCSE coursework should fall within the following ranges:
Year 7: 45 to 90 minutes per day
Year 8: 45 to 90 minutes per day
Year 9: 1 to 2 hours per day
Year 10: 1.5 to 2.5 hours per day
Year 11: 1.5 to 2.5 hours per day
The homework set for students at Oriel Specialist Mathematics and Computing College aims to:
Reinforce concepts learnt within the classroom.
Offer opportunities to investigate and explore ideas.
Provide extension tasks to enrich the understanding of key concepts.
Complete assessment tasks including coursework that contributes to final GCSE grades.
Homework is set for students in class and should be noted in their planner. For English, Mathematics and Science the homework tasks are provided in the back of the planner. Students must complete the set task ensuring that they seek further help if needed. This needs to be returned by the due date to the classroom teacher.
By failing to complete the homework tasks students are likely to underachieve and fail to reach their set targets. This will not only affect the level they achieve but also have consequences on the career options of after they complete compulsory education.
For further information on this or any other policy please contact the college.
