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Homework 

Primary

Homework is set by class teachers each week to consolidate key skills in Maths and English. Reception to Year 2 use Seasaw and your child will have been provided with a specific username and password. 

Year 3 to Year 6 use Google Classroom, your child will have been provided with a specific username and password. 

Please speak to your child's class teacher if you are unsure of your child's login details. 

Secondary 

Homework is an integral part of school life at The Bay CE School. Its purpose is to help students consolidate their learning from lessons and to develop independent study skills.

Completing homework supports excellent progress and is essential in helping students achieve their goals. At The Bay CE School, we are committed to ensuring that homework is purposeful, challenging, and well planned.

Students are expected to complete all homework to the best of their ability. To support this, the school library is open and provides a quiet space where students can focus and complete their work.

Supporting Your Child with Homework

You can help support your child in completing their homework in many simple but effective ways:

  • Create a quiet space: Make sure your child has a quiet, comfortable area free from distractions where they can focus on their work.
  • Establish a routine: Help your child get into the habit of doing homework at the same time each evening to build consistency and discipline.
  • Stay informed: Check ‘Go’ regularly and ask your child what homework they have.
  • Encourage prompt completion: Motivate your child to complete homework on the same day it is assigned to avoid last-minute stress.
  • Promote self-advocacy: If your child is struggling with a topic, encourage them to speak to their teacher or ask for help as soon as possible.

With your support, your child can develop good homework habits and build confidence in their learning.

Below outlines the homework and full policy including how to monitor homework being set and completed.

Click here to read the Homework Policy

Homework Timetable 2025/26

Phase 2

Year’s  7-9

English


1 x 30 mins per week

Maths 

History

1 x 30 mins per fortnight

Spanish

English

Science

Geography

Computer Science

Art

Half-term projects. Choice of activities
(Maximum 2 hours)

Religious Education

1 Termly project
(Maximum 3 hours)

Music

Rehearsal  practice each half-term 
(Maximum 1 hour)

Performing Arts

Rehearsal practice each half-term 
(Maximum 1 hour)

Technology

Half-term project. Choice of activities
(Maximum 2 hours)

Phase 3

Year’s 10 & 11

English 

30-60 mins a week

Maths

Science

Religious Education

1 Termly project (Maximum 3 hours) Optional

Option Subjects

Minimum expectation will be 1 hour per fortnight