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Southwick Primary School

Remote Provision

At Southwick Church of England Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that all pupils continue to receive a high-quality education if they are unable to attend school in person. Our remote education provision reflects our Christian values of care, inclusion and community, and supports pupils’ learning, wellbeing and spiritual development.

When Remote Education Is Provided

Remote education may be provided when pupils are unable to attend school due to:

  • Individual self-isolation or illness

  • School closure or restricted attendance

  • Exceptional circumstances as directed by the school or local authority

Our Approach to Remote Learning

We aim to deliver remote learning that is:

  • Accessible to all pupils

  • Aligned with the school curriculum

  • Appropriate for pupils’ age and stage

  • Supportive of wellbeing and family circumstances

Remote learning will mirror classroom teaching as closely as possible while recognising the challenges of learning at home.

Platforms and Resources

We use a combination of the following to deliver remote education:

  • Online learning platform (Teams)

  • Recorded or live teaching videos

  • Printed learning packs (where digital access is limited)

  • School-approved educational websites and apps

  • Email communication between staff and families

Logins and guidance are provided to parents and carers as needed.

What Learning Will Look Like

Daily remote learning will include:

  • English and Maths

  • Foundation subjects, where appropriate

  • Opportunities for reading

  • Creative, practical and physical activities

  • Optional worship or reflection activities, in keeping with our Christian ethos

Teachers will provide clear instructions, explanations and feedback to support learning.

Expectations for Pupils and Families

We recognise that home circumstances vary. We ask that:

  • Pupils engage with learning as consistently as possible

  • Parents and carers support routines where they are able

  • Completed work is submitted according to teacher guidance

We do not expect parents to replace the role of the teacher.

Supporting Pupils with SEND

Remote learning is adapted to meet the needs of pupils with SEND:

  • Differentiated tasks and resources

  • Reasonable adjustments to expectations

  • Ongoing communication with families

  • Support from SEND staff where appropriate

Assessing and Feedback

Teachers will:

  • Review work submitted remotely

  • Provide feedback through the online platform or email

  • Use assessment information to inform future planning

This ensures learning continues to build on pupils’ prior knowledge.

Safeguarding and Online Safety

Safeguarding remains a priority during remote learning:

  • All online platforms are school-approved

  • Live sessions follow school safeguarding guidance

  • Parents are encouraged to supervise online activity

  • Online safety guidance is shared regularly

Any safeguarding concerns should be reported to the school immediately.

Keeping in Touch

We maintain regular contact with pupils and families through:

  • Online platforms

  • Email or telephone calls

  • Welfare check-ins where appropriate

If families experience difficulties accessing remote learning, they are encouraged to contact the school so support can be provided.

Review

This Remote Education Provision will be reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to meet the needs of our pupils and community.

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