Homework policy/work tips
Homework policy/work tips
Suggestions to help-
- Establish with your child an agreed regular time for homework, so it is part of your family routine each day/week eg after supper, before TV time.
- Choose a time when children have eaten, are calm and not too tired and importantly a time when you are able to listen, discuss/explain and feel patient……
- Spend a short time discussing the task and then expect your child to ‘have a go’ on their own for a while (how long depends upon their age) then check their progress before you help them further.
- Stay close by- ready for any for questions but not necessarily sitting with them.
- Have pencils, colouring pens, a rubber, sharpener, scissors, and possibly a dictionary altogether in an agreed place, so there is no need for stalling/ excuses or stress finding the required materials …
- Encourage them to work in a warm, well lit area of the house away from distractions such as TV/noise/other family members/ toys, where possible.
- For all written activities provide a flat surface, preferably a table/desk with a chair/stool at a suitable height.
- For reading arrange a comfortable sitting area for you and them.
- If your child is having difficulty, even after you have tried to help them then put the work away and try another night or return it to their class teacher with a brief explanation so that they can go over it again with your child.
- Ensure you are interested and encouraging and try to enjoy the time spent learning together…..
Thank you