Homework is anything children do outside the normal school day that contributes to their learning, in response to guidance from the school. Homework encompasses a whole variety of activities instigated by teachers and parents/carers to support the children’s learning. The most important activity is reading. We ask that children share books and read everyday at home.
We also ask that children regularly practise fluency of times tables by using TTRockstars. This supports rapid recall of times table facts which underpins many mathematical concepts.
The children can access the apps we use in school from home and we encourage regular engagement to build on the learning that has taken place.
We see homework as an important example of cooperation between teachers and parents/carers. One of the aims of our teaching is for children to develop as independent learners, and we believe that doing homework is one way in which children can acquire the skill of independent learning.
Homework plays a positive role in raising a child’s level of attainment. However, we also acknowledge the important role of play and free time in a child’s growth and development. While homework is important, it should not prevent children from taking part in the activities of various out-of-school clubs and of other organisations that play an important part in the lives of our pupils.
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