Homework
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IF YOU NEED HELP WITH HOMEWORK, PLEASE SPEAK TO YOUR CHILD'S CLASS TEACHER.
At St Mary's, homework serves as a vital link between school and home, reinforcing classroom teachings and promoting independent learning. The homework is designed to match what we're learning in school, and it helps us learn important skills like being responsible and managing our time. We aim to equip your children with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in both academic and real-world challenges.
Below are the homework expectations per week:
| Year Group | Expectation | Additional Expectation | Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| EYFS | Daily Reading & Phonics | ||
| Year 1 | Daily Reading & Phonics | My Maths | |
| Year 2 | Daily Reading & Daily Times Table Rockstars | My Maths | |
| Year 3 | Daily Reading, Daily Time Table Rockstars & 1 Bedrock Lesson | My Maths | |
| Year 4 | Daily Reading, Daily Times Table Rockstars & 1 Bedrock Lesson | My Maths | |
| Year 5 | Daily Reading & 2 Bedrock Lessons, x1 My Maths | Times Tables (if your child scores less than 90/95 on the weekly timetables check) | |
| Year 6 | Daily Reading, 2 Bedrock Lessons & 1 My Maths Lesson. From January – Additional Paper Homework | Times Tables & Spelling (if your child scores less than 90/95 on the weekly timetables check, or less than 10/15 on the weekly spelling test) |
- Homework is set on a Thursday each week and must be completed by the following Thursday.
- Year 5 Homework is set on a Wednesday each week and must be completed by the following Wednesday.
- Year 6 Bedrock is set on a Tuesday each week and must be completed by the following Tuesday. Year 6 MyMaths is set on a Thursday each week and must be completed by the following Thursday.
- This academic year we have reduced our homework expectations. However, have additional optional homework should your child wish to further their learning at home.
Times tables need to be known by year 4. This is when children will take the Government's timetables test. If children do not know their timetables after this time, they will need daily practise at home so they are able to access future learning.
We recognise that homework must be a balance of consolidating learning and allowing enough time at home for clubs, family time and other leisure activities.
Likewise, we recognise that many children wish to complete more homework than is directed, they are able and welcome to complete more if they wish.
