Home Learning
At James Hornsby we are committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential. One of the key ways we support this is through structured and purposeful home learning. Research consistently shows that regular, well-designed homework can significantly enhance student progress. According to the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), secondary students can make up to five months per year’ additional progress through effective homework practices. Home learning reinforces classroom teaching, builds independent study habits, and deepens understanding.
We would like to outline our expectations for homework across Key Stage 3. Revision for the core subjects and MFL takes place via different platforms.
Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9)
Weekly
- English - Educake
- Maths - Mathswatch
- Science - Tassomai
- MFL (French and Spanish) - Language Gym
Fortnightly
- Humanities (History, Geography, RE) - knowledge organisers and booklets review and consolidate learning.
As required
- PE, Technology and Creative Arts - Homework is set as appropriate. We strongly encourage all students to participate in extracurricular clubs to enrich their learning experience.
Sanctions for Incomplete or Inadequate Homework
- 1st and 2nd instances - Break-time detentions.
- 3rd and 4th instances - After-school detention with the class teacher.
- 5th and subsequent instances - Sanctions issues by the Head of Faculty.
Please contact the faculties directly if problems arise with accessing these platforms.
Key Stage 4
Use additional learning as required, set weekly in core subjects and at discretion where appropriate from choices.
- Period 6 - All Year 11 have an additional, compulsory timetabled lessons on a Monday and Thursday.
Additional Independent Study Expectations - Minimum of 5 hours per week
We appreciate your support in helping students develop strong study habits and take ownership of their learning, Please encourage your child to complete homework on time and to a high standard.
