Research shows that homework can make a really big difference to your independence and achievement and we believe homework should be used to reinforce or extend what you learn in school. We expect every student to undertake homework to the best of their ability and we hope that you will feel a sense of personal satisfaction after completing tasks and from the house points and recognition you gain as a result of this effort.

Everyone will find homework challenging at some point in their school career and although that challenge may sometimes be a good thing as it’s challenging you to think hard, if it ever feels like too much of a struggle, teachers and learning mentors are here to listen and help.

How much homework will I get?

You should complete one to two homework activities each school day and should plan your time throughout the week to ensure you complete all tasks in plenty of time for submission.

How should I organise and record my homework?

The vast majority of students prefer to use online platforms to manage learning outside the classroom. All homework is set using our student portal Bromcom so you and parents can easily see what has been set and access any necessary resources. If you need extra support with organisation or if access to Bromcom is difficult, please speak to your teacher, tutor or learning mentor.

What is the school’s policy towards generative artificial intelligence (AI)?

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are now widespread and easy to access and Wellsway School recognises that whilst AI has many uses to help pupils learn, it may also lend itself to cheating and plagiarism. To help clarify this for students and parent/ carers, please note that students may use AI tools as a research tool to help them find out about new topics and ideas, but all AI-generated content must be properly attributed.

Students may not use AI tools:

• During assessments, including internal and external assessments and coursework
• To write their homework or class assignments, where AI-generated text is presented as their own work

Wellsway considers any unattributed use of AI-generated text or imagery to be plagiarism. We use appropriate opportunities such as the pastoral programme to inform students about the opportunities and dangers of using AI and students are given specific information about this prior to to public examinations or non-examined assessments.

Our library is available for students to work in at break and lunch time as well as after school until 4pm. If you have any problems, please email enquiries@wellswayschool.com.