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Rewind. March 18th 2020: lockdown imminent, schools and libraries forced to close their doors, self-isolation, support bubbles and social distancing fast becoming the new normal. With Covid-19 set to disrupt the education of thousands of pupils of all ages, GCSE exams and career aspirations too are hanging in the balance. The race for effective and engaging new ways of teaching and learning is on.

In practical terms, this meant the potential of new technology not only needed to be harnessed but mastered quickly by teachers and students alike. Once vetted for its suitability, a plethora of internet-based learning platforms and video resources provided a wealth of opportunities. There were challenges to overcome too e.g. regarding the use of equipment, managing Zoom calls, screen-sharing or working collaboratively in Google Classroom – all of which felt quite exciting yet somewhat daunting at times. And clearly, what helped ensure lessons could be delivered successfully was the gritty determination of our students themselves and of their parents.

Well done everyone!

This term, pupils in Bursledon House have been treated to a weekly drumming master-class with our very own Mr Tait. This might be the only lesson where pupils are encouraged to drum loudly on the tables!

This term the pupils in the Bursledon House secondary classroom have learnt all about waves. To demonstrate just how amazing the movement of a wave is they were treated to Mrs Kempsey’s homemade wave machine! The pupils were able to see not only how a wave travels but how changing the type of sound or colour of light would affect the movement of the wave. They are now experts in explaining wave motion in terms of frequency, wavelength and amplitude! Well done secondary pupils!

By Chloe.

We are happy to welcome all staff and pupils back to SHS where we continue to provide high quality and engaging classroom teaching alongside the online lessons we have been providing over the last few months. We have worked closely with Hamwic Education Trust to implement the DfE’s guidance for school settings & have liaised regularly with our colleagues at UHS NHS to adapt our approach and fulfil hospital policy towards ensuring a safe and covid-secure environment. We are delighted to be back working with the young people within the hospital.