We believe that a strong partnership between home and school is vital to your child’s academic success and well-being. Parents and carers play a crucial role in supporting learning outside the classroom.

This page offers advice and resources to help you support your child effectively throughout their secondary school journey.

Helping with Homework and Revision

• Support without doing the work for them
• Help them break large tasks into manageable chunks
• Encourage use of revision techniques: flashcards, mind maps, practice questions
• Help them prepare a realistic revision timetable, especially during exam periods

Useful Websites for Parents and Students

Here are some reliable websites to support your child’s education:

• BBC Bitesize – Free study support for KS3 and GCSE subjects
• Oak National Academy – Free video lessons and resources by year and subject
• The Student Room – Forums and advice for secondary students
• Corbett Maths
• Maths Genie – Free online GCSE and A Level Revision
• Seneca Learning – Interactive revision for KS3, GCSE and A-Level
• GCSEPod – Short curriculum-based video pods (school subscription required)
• Quizlet – Flashcards and quizzes for all subjects

Top Tips for Supporting Learning at Home

• Encourage a regular routine – Help your child establish study habits, including set times for homework and breaks.
• Create a quiet study space – Ensure they have a distraction-free area with the materials they need.
• Show an interest – Ask about what they’re learning and discuss their subjects with curiosity and encouragement.
• Promote reading – Reading widely improves vocabulary, writing skills, and general knowledge.
• Support independent learning – Encourage your child to review class notes, revise regularly, and set their own goals.
• Monitor screen time – Support a healthy balance between online activity and offline revision or rest.
• Celebrate effort, not just results – Praise persistence and improvement as much as achievement.

Resources