At our school, we take a thoughtful approach to homework. Research from the Education Endowment Foundation shows that homework in primary school has limited impact on children’s overall progress. Instead, we place our focus on what truly makes a difference — regular reading at home. We encourage parents and carers to read with their child as often as possible, talking about the story, new words, and ideas together. Each week, children also receive spellings to practise. Our priority is that children work hard and engage deeply in their learning at school, while enjoying quality time at home with their families. Activities such as cooking together, playing board games, visiting the park, or discussing the day’s events can be far more beneficial — helping children develop language, curiosity, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.