Remote Learning Expectations at Britannia

Britannia’s Remote Learning Offer

What Parents Can Expect and What School Will Do

When children can’t attend school in person due to personal circumstances, our school will make sure learning continues at home.  Work is not provided routinely if your child is ill and unable to attend school or if you take your child on holiday.
Below you’ll find what Britannia will to support pupils and families during remote learning.

What School Will Provide

  1. A clear plan and structure
  • School will provide a planned and well-sequenced curriculum that matches, as closely as possible, what pupils would learn in class.
  • Parents will receive clear instructions about how to access remote learning (for example, through Google Classroom or printed materials).
  • The headteacher is responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of remote education across the school.
  1. A full day of meaningful learning
  • School will set work each day that is ambitious and age-appropriate.
  • The DfE suggests the following daily amounts of learning time:
    • Key Stage 1: around 3 hours per day
    • Key Stage 2: around 4 hours per day
  • This may include a combination of live lessons, recorded teaching, independent work, and practical activities.
  1. A balance of teaching and independent tasks
  • School will provide a mix of activities, including:
    • Live or pre-recorded teaching
    • Reading, Writing, and Maths practice
    • Creative, physical, and topic-based learning
  • Pupils will have opportunities to interact with teachers and classmates online and receive support when needed.
  1. Regular feedback and contact
  • Teachers will monitor engagement and follow up with parents if a pupil is struggling to access or complete work.
  • Pupils will receive feedback on their work, helping them understand how to improve.
  • School will check in regularly to support families and keep communication open.
  1. Equal access for all
  • School will work with families to overcome barriers to remote learning. This might include:
    • Lending devices or arranging printed work packs
    • Offering alternative ways to submit work
  • Pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) will continue to receive support suited to their needs.
  1. Safeguarding and wellbeing
  • School will continue to follow all safeguarding and online safety policies.
  • Teachers will ensure that online lessons are appropriate and secure.
  • We will also focus on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing, encouraging regular breaks, exercise, and family time.

How Parents Can Help

  • Try to keep a simple routine for learning, rest, and play.
  • Check Google Classroom or School Spider daily for new learning.
  • Encourage your child to do their best and join lessons when possible.
  • Contact school if your child is unwell, having difficulties, or cannot access learning at home.
  • Celebrate effort — every small step counts!

Working Together

We know that remote learning can be challenging, especially for younger children.  Our aim is to make it as manageable, supportive, and engaging as possible.
By working together — school, pupils, and families — we can ensure learning continues and every child feels part of our school community.