Remote Learning

At Pioneer House, we know it is important for students to attend school in person to achieve the best possible education and outcomes. We are committed to ensuring that all students can access high-quality education, even when they are unable to attend school in person. We understand that some students may have individual needs requiring short-term or bespoke remote education solutions. Our approach to remote learning is designed to be flexible, personalised, and responsive to the specific circumstances of each student and their family.

When Remote Education is Considered

Remote education will only be considered as a last resort, when attendance at school is not possible. This could be due to medical reasons, short-term illness, recovery from surgery or exceptional cases where a student’s special educational needs or mental health prevent them from attending. In every case, our priority remains to support students’ return to school as soon as possible.

We will work closely with parents, carers and relevant professionals to assess and agree on the most suitable remote education arrangements. These arrangements will be reviewed regularly to ensure they are meeting the student's needs and to facilitate their reintegration into school.

Remote Education Options

Our remote education provision can be tailored to individual students and may include a combination of:

• Online learning via Seesaw: Students can access tasks and activities set by their teachers, which may include videos and independent work tasks.
• Work Packs: For students who may not have consistent access to digital devices or who work better offline, printed work packs can be provided.
• Synchronous (live) learning: Students may join live lessons using MS Teams or engage in real-time interaction with their teachers and classmates through technology. Where appropriate, we can also provide support through the use of an AV1 robot, which allows students to participate in class virtually.
• Non-synchronous learning: This includes recorded lessons or independent tasks that students can complete at their own pace.
• Online resources: This includes teachers directing parents and students to available resources online at a suitable learning level for the individual.
• The format and content of remote education will be tailored to the student's learning needs, ensuring a high-quality, meaningful curriculum that helps them stay on track with their education.

Personalised Support for Students with SEND

We recognise that many students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) may require additional support to engage with remote education. We will work collaboratively with families to create a bespoke learning plan that ensures all students can access education effectively. This may include adjustments to the curriculum or differentiated resources.

All students at Pioneer House have Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Plans. We will work closely with the local authority to ensure all statutory duties are met, and that students receive the right support during periods of remote education.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing

The safety and wellbeing of our students is paramount. Our remote education provision will follow safeguarding policies to ensure that all students remain safe if they are learning from home. We also encourage regular contact with teachers and peers to support students' emotional and social well-being during remote education.

Contacting the School

If remote education becomes necessary, the school will proactively contact parents and carers to discuss the available options and determine the best approach for each student. We are committed to maintaining open lines of communication with families throughout the period of remote education and are here to provide support and guidance whenever needed.

Please reach out to the school if you have any questions or need to discuss remote education possibilities for your child.

Referenced Guidance: DFE Providing Remote Education: Guidance for schools. 19/08/2024