Homework

Homework is set across the school. In setting homework we aim to:

• Promote positive attitudes to work and school
• Raise achievement of all pupils
• Consolidate and reinforce skills and understanding across the curriculum
• Encourage and develop independent learning Increase self discipline
• Develop the home/school partnership
• Prepare children for middle school transfer in Year 5

A variety of types of homework are used depending on the age and ability of the pupils. These include:-

• Reading Learning spellings, multiplication tables, and mental arithmetic tasks
• Completion of class work A piece of research on a familiar or a new topic
• Revision for a test A piece of Mathematics, Science or English work

A timetable providing information on when and how often homework is set is sent out on a termly basis to parents.