✏️ Rationale for Homework

Homework in our school helps pupils to:

• Consolidate what they have learned during the day
• Develop independence in learning
• Establish positive study habits after school
• Extend their learning (especially in senior classes) through individual or group projects

Homework provides an opportunity for parents/guardians to:

• Become actively involved in their child’s learning
• Gain greater awareness of their child’s progress

Homework provides class teachers with an opportunity to:

• Assess pupils’ understanding of classwork
• Assess levels of independence in learning
• Extend learning (particularly in senior classes)

📅 Homework Expectations

• Homework is usually assigned Monday to Thursday (not at weekends).
• Parents/guardians are required to sign the homework notebook each night.
• If a child cannot complete homework (e.g. family reasons or difficulty), please use the homework notebook/email to inform the teacher.

⏱ Guideline Times for Homework

• Junior & Senior Infants: 10-20 minutes
• 1st & 2nd Classes: 20–30 minutes
• 3rd & 4th Classes: 30–40 minutes
• 5th & 6th Classes: 40–60 minutes

(Teachers may vary these guidelines from time to time.)

💡 Advice for Parents

• Useful guidance is available in  Tips for Parents   (National Educational Psychological Service – NEPS).
• Spellings, tables and oral work should be learned thoroughly and checked by a parent/guardian.
• Please ensure your child comes to school with:
  • Pencil/pen
  • Sharpener
  • Eraser
  • Colouring pencils