Home Learning Program
FHS Home Learning Program –
Middle School & Senior School
Home learning is an important part of each student’s learning and development at Findon High School. It is designed to extend, reinforce and provide additional practice for learning undertaken at school. We believe that establishing positive routines outside of school hours is essential for student wellbeing, growth and success. As part of this, we encourage daily movement, reading for pleasure and the continued development of numeracy skills.
At Findon High School, we support the following home learning practices:
Literacy Development –
Reading for Pleasure
15 minutes daily (Years 7–9)
We recommend that Middle School students spend at least 15 minutes each day reading for pleasure to strengthen and further develop the literacy skills explored during the school day. Reading may include both fiction and non-fiction texts across a variety of genres and formats, including novels, short stories, magazines and media articles.
Where possible, students are encouraged to discuss what they are reading with a caregiver, sibling or friend. These conversations help build comprehension skills, encourage reflection, and develop connections between ideas, concepts and different writing styles.
We also provide students with access to Sora, a digital reading platform that offers a wide range of eBooks and audiobooks through our Student Central platform. Sora supports literacy development, reading for pleasure and independent learning both at school and at home. Students can also borrow physical books from our Discovery Centre.
Numeracy Development –
Mathspace/Online Learning Platform
15 minutes daily (Years 7–9)
Consistent and focused study habits play an important role in supporting student success throughout their education. At Findon High School, we provide rigorous learning programs that integrate Mathematics and Science in meaningful and engaging contexts. We also recognise that students enter the classroom with varying levels of mathematical understanding and confidence.
Our numeracy home learning program uses the online platform Mathspace, which allows students to develop, consolidate and master mathematical concepts and skills at their own pace. Students can also independently explore areas of interest within the Australian Curriculum using the Mathspace e-book and learning resources.
Our focus is on student growth and progress. Home learning tasks are designed to adapt to each student’s level of understanding and ability, allowing for a personalised learning experience. Success in the numeracy home learning program is measured through consistent engagement with Mathspace and the level of mastery achieved over time.
Movement and Physical Activity
15 minutes daily (Years 7–9)
Movement is essential to the holistic health and development of students at Findon High School. Research demonstrates strong links between physical, mental and social wellbeing and improved educational outcomes. As a result, we strongly encourage students to participate in daily physical activity.
Fifteen minutes of movement may include activities such as sport, games, strength training, outdoor play, running or walking the family pet. Wherever possible, students are encouraged to engage in physical activity outdoors.
While all Middle School students participate inHealthy Lifestyles or Health and Physical Education lessons, developing lifelong healthy habits requires regular activity beyond the classroom. We therefore recommend a minimum of 15 additional minutes of physical activity each day.
Senior School – Years 10–12
The Senior School program is designed to develop the skills and dispositions required for effective independent study, while building on the positive home learning habits established during Middle School.
Senior School students are encouraged to use lesson time and study lines effectively to complete assessment tasks and manage their workload. Home learning time should focus on the regular revision of key concepts, self-editing, applying feedback and engaging in extracurricular pursuits.
Students are also encouraged to maintain regular movement, participate in non-screen-based activities, and prioritise healthy eating and sleep routines, as these are essential for effective study, wellbeing and overall success.
