Homework at primary level can be a valuable way to reinforce learning and build positive habits. At Churchill, we aim to ensure that home learning is purposeful, manageable, and supports our pupils in becoming independent learners as they prepare for transition to secondary school.

Home learning is also a great way to support your child’s learning at home and establish clear routines that will benefit them throughout their education.

Homework in the Early Years (Reception)

In Early Years, we focus on learning through enjoyable, shared experiences. We also include weekly home learning challenges which are sent home to encourage exploration and creativity, they are linked to the learning in class.

Suggested activities include:

• Board games to develop social skills such as sharing and turn-taking
• Art and craft projects to inspire creativity
• Everyday experiences such as shopping or baking to explore language and early maths
• Imaginative play, including dressing up
• Oral games such as “I spy” to build vocabulary

Daily Reading:
Children benefit greatly from being read to at home. Sharing stories and talking about characters helps to develop language skills and fosters a love of reading.

Homework in Key Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2)

Daily Reading:
Regular reading is essential. Pupils take home books to share with parents and carers, who are encouraged to support phonics and discuss the story to develop understanding.

Online Learning:
Children will also have access to platforms such as Emile and Times Tables Rock Stars to support learning in English and Maths.

Topic Overview: 
Termly topic overviews are sent home detailing suggested activities, texts and places of interest to support learning.

Homework in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6)

Reading:
Pupils are expected to read regularly, either independently or with an adult. Discussion about the text and vocabulary is encouraged to deepen understanding.

Online Learning:
Children continue to use Emile and Times Tables Rock Stars to practise key skills in English and Maths.

Topic Overview:
As in Key Stage 1, pupils receive termly guidance on suggested activities, texts and places of interest to support learning.

Year 6:
To support transition to secondary school, Year 6 pupils are set regular English and Maths homework with clear deadlines. 

How Parents Can Help

• Encourage daily reading and talk about books together
• Use termly key knowledge to support learning at home
• Support younger children through play-based and practical activities
• Help older pupils manage their time and meet deadlines

If you have any questions, please speak to your child’s class teacher.