Home Learning at Upwell Academy

Homework is designed to:

• enable pupils to make maximum progress in their academic and social development
• help pupils develop the skills of an independent learner
•  promote a partnership between home and the academy
• consolidate and reinforce learning
• allow children to practise skills taught in lessons
• enable children to celebrate and share their learning with parents and carers

However, it is important to remember that homework should not prevent children from taking part in the wide range of out-of-school clubs and organisations that play an important part in the lives of many children. Children spend more time at home than at school, and we believe they develop their skills, interests and talents to the full only when parents encourage them to make maximum use of the experiences and opportunities that are available outside of school.