Homework

At Llantrisant Primary School we recognise the importance of homework as a formal, regular feature of pupils education. To this end we believe homework should:-

  • contribute to and extend pupils learning.
  • seem purposeful to pupils
  • not simply be a strategy to complete work which should have been dealt with in school time.
  • not make unrealistic demands upon resources/facilities available to less advantaged pupils.

Specific to ClassesClass 1 Any homework is likely to be practical in nature and relate to the themes being covered in the school at the time. Once ready, children will take reading books home with them each week. We encourage parents to talk about stories and pictures in the books with their children. Learning in school will be activity based and we would encourage parents to ask teachers for ideas to help children develop in the seven areas of learning. Talking to your children whilst playing games, is also a very important part of learning.Class 2 Homework set will usually consist of spelling, reading, English and maths work. The maths and English work will reflect the work that has been covered during the week in the class.At least one reading scheme book should be completed per week. General targets in maths and English for the term are available on request from the class teacher, as are lists of topics to be covered.Regular contact should be maintained in each child’s Reading Record Book. Parents should sign the book, regularly, and use it as a point of contact with the class teacher.Class 3 Homework set will usually consist of spelling, reading, handwriting and maths. The maths and English work will reflect the work that has been covered during the week in the class. At least one reading scheme book should be completed per week. General targets in maths and English are available on request from the class teacher, as are lists of topics to be covered in other subjects.Regular contact should be maintained in each child’s homework book. Parents should sign the book, regularly, and check that the quality of the work produced is to the best of their child’s ability.Class 4 Reading, spelling and maths homework will be given over the course of a week. The mental maths will cover present and past work while Heinemann worksheets will cover current work. Additional homework will be agreed with individual parents as required. General targets in maths and English are available on request from the class teacher, as are lists of topics to be covered in other subjects.Regular contact should be maintained in each child’s homework book. Parents should sign the book daily, when satisfied with the quality of the work produced.Classes 5 and 6 Specific individual targets are set in each child’s Individual Education Plan. A copy of these will be given to each parent and regular contact maintained in each child’s home/school book. Home/school tasks are given to parents at Parents’ Evenings.Parents should:

  • Have a clear understanding about the purpose of homework and its expectations of teachers. Explanations of procedures in parents’ evenings.
  • Understand it is not an abrogation of teachers’ responsibilities.
  • Try to contribute to pupils’ homework learning outside school through their interests and access to particular environments.
  • Ensure homework is completed – see Home/School Agreement and homework record.

Teachers should ensure:

  • work is regularly responded to.
  • allow time for response to homework.
  • provide guidance which will enable parents to offer encouragement and help where necessary.
  • consider provision for pupils whose circumstances are such that they are unable to complete homework at home.