We realise that trying to support your child at home can be challenging. We've made a list of suggestions that help balance school work, exercise, helping out family and free time for your child.
We encourage your son to read each day. 30 minutes of independent reading will improve his vocabulary and develop his literacy. We have a recommended reading list, which has been carefully curated by our English faculty and is specific to each year group, plus a ‘Challenge Yourself’ book list.
You can access these recommended reading lists here. These books can be borrowed from our school library during our fortnightly library lessons, or at lunchtime.
We also run an ongoing school ‘Reading Challenge’, giving us the opportunity to reward our independent readers. If your son would like to take part, ask his form tutor for further details.
If you would like any further information or advice about reading, please email Miss Mayer, e.mayer@burnage.manchester.sch.uk
At least 30 minutes of fresh air and exercise a day will really help your child. A walk with the family, some football, or a workout video will all help improve physical health, as well as promote good sleep and positive mental health.
Many of us are now spending an increased amount of time in front of a screen, whether it is a mobile phone, tablet or TV. It is important that you encourage a healthy balance as well as monitoring your child's online activity.
We recommend the National Online Safety app which provides important information to help you keep your child safe online. Find our more and download the app here.