Homework

The Purpose of Homework

To reinforce, revise, review and extend work done in class
To show progress and understanding
To raise the standard of achievement
To encourage independent learning and develop the skills and attitudes needed for lifelong learning
To support a valuable link between home and the school
To develop students' ability to organise and manage their time well as well as a sense of responsibility and self-discipline in terms of their own learning

At Belvidere School, we have a high expectation of the standard of homework set and the quality of the work completed by students at home. We value the work and the effort students put into their work. Learning at home is a valuable part of a good education and is an integral part of the curriculum.

At KS3, homework is primarily set through Sparx Maths and Sparx Reader. Occasionally, other subjects may also set homework, depending on the curriculum need.

In years 10 and 11, students should expect weekly homework from all subject areas. It is recommended that students in KS4 should spend 40-1 hour per week per subject, although this may fluctuate depending on assessments, coursework deadlines, revision needs etc.

Sometimes the work set will be short and for immediate completion and on other occasions, it may consist of an extended piece of work to be completed over several weeks.

All notification of homework is done via Go 4 Schools.