Our school's approach to homework is grounded in contemporary educational research, student wellbeing considerations, and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning during the school day.
Research consistently shows that, in primary school, traditional homework tasks have limited impact on academic achievement when compared with the effect of explicit, high-quality classroom instruction. Studies also highlight the importance of protecting children's time for rest, play, family connection and extracurricular interests, all of which contribute to wellbeing, motivation and long-term engagement with learning.
For these reasons, teachers at our school will not be setting weekly homework tasks, nor will they mark or assess work completed at home. Learning that is formally assessed and used to inform teaching occurs within the classroom, where teachers can provide immediate feedback, guidance and differentiation.
Students will be provided with access to online learning platforms that support practice, revision and curiosity-driven learning. From time to time, teachers may suggest optional research or curriculum-related practice to reinforce classroom learning or extend student interest. These activities are offered as support and enrichment only and are not marked or graded.
A non-negotiable expectation across all year levels is daily reading at home. Regular reading is strongly supported by research as one of the most effective ways families can support literacy development, vocabulary growth and comprehension. Students are encouraged to read independently or with an adult each day, fostering a positive reading habit and a lifelong love of books.
This approach ensures that learning remains purposeful, equitable and developmentally appropriate, while supporting student wellbeing and strengthening the partnership between home and school.