This page explains how children and families can access remote education at Calmore Junior School using Google Classroom. Please keep this page for reference if your child is learning from home.

When Remote Education Is Used

Remote education may be provided when:

• A class or group is required to learn from home

• The school needs to provide short-term home learning

Teachers will always communicate clearly when remote learning is required.

What Your Child Will Need

To take part in remote learning, your child will need:

• A device (laptop, Chromebook, tablet, or desktop computer)

• Internet access

• Their Calmore Junior School Google login details

• A quiet space to work where possible

If you have difficulties accessing a device or the internet, please contact the school office.

Using Google Classroom

Google Classroom is the main platform used for remote education at Calmore Junior School.

Logging In

1. Go to classroom.google.com

2. Sign in using your child’s school Google account

3. Select your child’s class from the homepage

If your child cannot see their class, please inform the school.

Daily Learning

Teachers will post:

• Learning tasks

• Instructions and resources

• Links to videos or presentations

• Optional extension activities

Children should:

• Complete the work set

• Submit work through Google Classroom where requested

• Do their best and ask for help if they are unsure

Teachers understand that home situations vary and will set manageable and age-appropriate tasks.

Feedback and Support

• Teachers will provide feedback 

• Feedback may be written or verbal

• Children are encouraged to read feedback and improve their work

If your child is struggling, please contact the class teacher or the school office.

Online Safety

While learning remotely, children should:

• Only use Google Classroom and approved school links

• Communicate politely and respectfully

• Never share passwords or personal information

Parents are encouraged to supervise online activity where possible.

Attendance and Engagement

• Children are expected to engage with remote learning when it is provided

• Teachers will monitor participation and completed work

• The school may contact families if there are concerns about engagement

DfE Remote Education Guidance

Calmore Junior School follows the Department for Education (DfE) guidance on remote education, which includes:

• Providing clear expectations for pupils’ daily learning

• Delivering a broad and balanced curriculum through online and offline activities

• Ensuring children receive timely and meaningful feedback on their work

• Monitoring attendance and engagement with remote learning

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs or those needing additional support

• Maintaining safeguarding standards and ensuring safe online interactions

Our remote learning plan aligns with the DfE recommendations to ensure continuity of education and high-quality learning experiences.

If You Need Help

If you have questions or need support with remote education:

• Contact your child’s class teacher

• Contact the school office for technical or access issues