Homework will be set in Reception through to Year 6 and ranges from bringing a reading book home every night to share with parents, carers or siblings, to researching projects. Reading books, spelling lists, number facts and times tables will make up the bulk of homework as these are the basic skills all children need to be able to draw upon and recall. 

It is vital that parents help with monitoring the homework, whether it be recording their reading in the reading diary and ensuring it is brought to school or making time for children to complete tasks at home. It is only by staff and parents working closely together that work can be set and monitored effectively.

We are often asked by parents what they can do to help with their children's education. One very simple but valuable way is by allowing time for them to talk about their school day and by encouraging them with their homework. Praise and encouragement are very important and can do wonders for a child's self-esteem. Please remember to praise effort and attitude as well as achievement!