Homework

Homework can make an important contribution to pupils’ progress
Homework encourages pupils to develop the skills and attitudes necessary for lifelong learning
To extend / consolidate / reinforce the skills, knowledge and understanding developed in the classroom
Encourage pupils to develop long term strategies for independent work and study
Help pupils to develop skills in organisation and meeting deadline
To provide opportunities for parents and carers to work together to enjoy learning
To prepare pupils for High School

Reading on a daily basis (with parents or carers for insecure readers)
Learning and practising spellings and mathematical skills and tables which could be through the use of ICT programs (Mathletics, My Maths, Spellodrome, Reading Eggs, IntoScience)
Completion of tasks
Reviewing, redrafting and completing a piece of work
Preparation for classwork / presentation
Research topics, projects and investigations
In all other subjects not stated below, homework will be given as required or as a project before/after a subject specific Enrichment Day.

Year 5