Government guidance for Remote learning can be found here and the school’s approach is guided by this guidance. Providing remote education: guidance for schools – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

 

Portsdown Primary School & Early Years – Remote Learning

Overview

At Portsdown Primary School, we aim for all pupils to attend school in person. Remote learning is only provided when a child cannot attend school safely or due to health reasons, or in line with government guidance. It is not a substitute for attending school.

Remote learning ensures your child can continue to learn and stay connected to school while they are temporarily unable to be in the classroom.


When Remote Learning May Be Used

Remote learning is considered when:

  • School is closed for health, safety, or government guidance reasons.

  • Individual pupils cannot attend due to:

    • Illness or recovery from surgery/injury

    • Special educational needs or disabilities (SEND)

    • Mental health challenges

Important: Remote learning is not used for disciplinary reasons.


What Remote Learning Looks Like

  • Hours:

    • KS1: 3 hours per day

    • KS2: 4 hours per day

  • Core subjects: English, Maths, and Reading every day

  • Other subjects: Covered if remote learning lasts 3+ consecutive days

  • Delivery methods:

    • Online resources through Google Classroom (teacher videos, Oak National Academy, BBC Bitesize)

    • Paper work packs for families without reliable internet access

  • Work is differentiated to meet your child’s learning needs.


Supporting Your Child

  • Staff provide guidance and explanations in daily tasks.

  • Learning is structured to help your child:

    • Understand instructions

    • Practise skills

    • Reflect and review their learning

  • Feedback:

    • Teachers and teaching assistants provide praise and acknowledgment of work

    • Weekly celebrations may include virtual assemblies, certificates, or stickers


Communication with Parents

  • Teachers will contact parents and children at least once a week via phone or email to support learning.

  • If you have concerns or questions, contact the school via the year group email or phone.

  • Respectful communication helps us provide the best support.


Safeguarding and Online Safety

  • All remote learning follows strict safeguarding and online safety guidelines.

  • Children should only use school-approved devices for learning.

  • Login details should not be shared.

  • Any online lessons (e.g., Zoom) are supervised, conducted safely, and follow professional standards for staff.


Parental Support

Parents can help by:

  • Checking that your child completes daily learning tasks.

  • Ensuring your child has a safe, quiet space to learn.

  • Contacting the school if your child has difficulties accessing resources or completing work.


Links to Policies  (see the policies section of the wbsite for further details)

Remote learning follows and supports:


Summary

Remote learning at Portsdown Primary ensures:

  • Children continue learning when they cannot attend school

  • Structured and differentiated lessons are provided

  • Engagement, feedback, and safeguarding are maintained

  • Parents are supported to help children succeed at home

This is a summary of our approach. For further details, please see the school’s Remote Learning Policy.To request a free paper copy of the Remote Learning Policy, please contact the school office by phone, email or pop into the offce and speak to a member of staff.