Homework at primary level can be a valuable way to reinforce learning, but we acknowledge research from the Education Endowment Fund showing that its impact is often limited. We therefore aim to balance home learning activities with family life, ensuring that tasks are purposeful, manageable, and aligned with our school values of Service, Trust, and Compassion.

Homework in the Early Years (Reception)

In Reception, the focus is on learning together through enjoyable, shared activities that lay the foundations for future success:

  • Board games to develop social skills such as sharing and turn-taking.
  • Art and craft projects to inspire creativity.
  • Everyday experiences like shopping or baking to explore language and simple maths.
  • Imaginative play including dressing up.
  • Oral games such as “I spy” to build vocabulary.
  • Daily Reading: Children love being read to at home. Sharing stories and discussing characters helps deepen language understanding and fosters a love of books.

Homework in Key Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2)

Daily Reading: Regular reading practice is vital. Pupils bring home library books to share with parents or carers, who support them by encouraging phonics strategies and discussing the story to check comprehension.

Termly Key Knowledge & Skills: At the start of each term, teachers send home leaflets highlighting key maths and grammar concepts, plus spellings. These support home learning and are also available on our Class Pages online.

Homework in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6)

Reading: Pupils may read independently or with an adult. Conversations about the text and new vocabulary are encouraged to ensure understanding.

Termly Key Knowledge & Skills: As with Key Stage 1, termly leaflets outline essential maths, grammar, and spelling topics to support learning at home.

Year 6: To prepare for secondary school, Year 6 pupils receive regular English and Maths homework with clear deadlines. Work is completed in designated ‘home learning’ books to cultivate responsibility and pride in presentation. Non-negotiable standards for grammar, punctuation and presentation are shared with pupils to maintain high expectations.

How Parents Can Help

  • Encourage daily reading and engage in conversations about stories.
  • Use termly key knowledge leaflets to support learning in maths, spelling, and grammar.
  • Support younger pupils with practical activities and play-based learning.
  • Help Year 6 pupils manage homework deadlines and maintain high standards.

If you have any questions about homework or how you can support your pupil’s learning at home, please contact the school office.

We warmly invite you to explore our Class Pages for further resources and to stay connected with your pupil’s learning journey.