Homework Policy
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Grace period for missed homework due to absence
Learners who miss school due to illness or other valid reasons are granted a two-day grace period to submit their homework without penalty, promoting fairness and understanding of individual circumstances.
- Who it is for
- all learners absent from school
- How to act on it
- Submit missed homework within two days of returning to school.
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2-day grace for missed work due to absence
Advance notice of summative assessments
Teachers must provide learners and parents with at least one week’s notice before any summative assessment, ensuring adequate preparation and reducing stress.
- Who it is for
- students and parents
- How to act on it
- Receive notification from teachers at least seven days before a test or assessment.
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1-week lead time for test notifications
Special provisions for learners with additional needs (LSEN Class)
Learners in the LSEN Class are exempt from homework assignments. The school ensures these learners receive appropriate support tailored to their needs, allowing them to focus on foundational learning without academic pressure.
- Who it is for
- learners in LSEN Class
- How to act on it
- No homework is assigned to learners in the LSEN Class.
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No homework for LSEN learners
Homework assignment and completion
Students are required to complete assigned homework tasks as part of their learning process. These tasks are designed to reinforce classroom learning, build study skills, and promote independence. Teachers must ensure assignments are age-appropriate, do not rely on inaccessible resources, and are completed with parental supervision but without substitution.
- Who it is for
- students in Foundation Phase, Intermediate Phase, Senior Phase, and LSEN Class
- How to act on it
- Complete homework tasks as assigned by teachers; have work signed by a parent or guardian; submit completed work on time.
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Teachers will ensure that homework is meaningful by: Giving parents information about the types of homework to be set in each grade on the D6 Communicator and Homework books. Ensuring that pupils have their homework signed by a parent or guardian
Aftercare support (14:30-16:30)
The school offers aftercare services from 14:30 to 16:30 daily for learners who need extended supervision and support after regular school hours. This service provides a safe environment and may include assistance with homework and other activities.
- Who it is for
- all enrolled learners, especially those needing extended supervision
- How to act on it
- Enroll through the school administration; attend during designated hours (14:30-16:30).
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Aftercare (14:30-16:30)
Facts
Reference
https://vaaltriangleacademy.co.za/VTA-Homework-Policy.pdf
Key Takeaways
- Vaal Triangle Academy
- Homework Policy
- Foundation Phase
- Intermediate Phase
- Senior Phase
- LSEN Class
- Aftercare (14:30-16:30)
- No homework for LSEN learners
- 2-day grace for missed work due to absence
- Max 2 summative assessments per day
- Max 3 summative assessments per week
- 1-week lead time for test notifications
- Spot testing allowed without notice
- Parents responsible for internet access and information gathering
- School provides resources; parents replace lost ones
- Teachers must check homework daily and sign books
- Vaal Triangle Academy
- LSEN Class
- Aftercare
- Foundation Phase
- Intermediate Phase
- Senior Phase