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Homework Policy

Purpose of Homework

  1. Consolidate Classroom Learning

    • Reinforce what students learn in class, helping them prepare for upcoming lessons.

  2. Enhance Self-Study

    • As the homework is guided by teachers and finished by students themselves, it helps students develop independent learning.

  3. Understanding Learning Progress

    • The homework reflects the learning of students, allowing them to identify their strengths and weaknesses for further improvement.

  4. Identifying Students’ Difficulties

    • Homework can serve as a diagnostic tool for teachers, allowing them to pinpoint areas where students struggle and provide targeted feedback.

  5. Assessing Learning Behaviour

    • Regular homework assignments can help teachers evaluate the overall learning behaviours of students, enabling them to adapt teaching strategies accordingly.

  6. Supporting Parental Involvement

    • Keeping parents informed about their child’s progress through homework can enhance support at home.

    • By engaging with homework, parents can better understand the school curriculum, which empowers them to assist their children effectively.

Principles and Time Allocation

  1. Clear Purpose for Each Assignment

    • Ensure the task supports learning goals.

  2. Alignment with Classroom Teaching

    • Reinforce concepts covered in the lessons.

  3. Adaptation for SEN students

    • Tailored the assignments to meet their needs.

  4. Quantity aligned with EDB suggestion

    • Adhere to guidelines from EDB regarding the appropriate amount of homework.

  5. Coordination among Teachers

    • Avoid overwhelming students, especially before long holiday.

Guidance and Follow-up Strategies

  1. Teachers’ Guidance

    • Before Assignments: Teachers will provide clear guidance to students prior to assigning homework, ensuring they understand expectations and objectives.

  2. Student Handbook Recording

    • Assignment Tracking: Students are required to record all homework assignments in their student handbook for tracking purposes. Parents should sign daily to acknowledge receipt of assignments.

  3. Parental Support

    • Encouragement and Assistance: Parents are encouraged to remind and assist students in completing their daily assignments, fostering a supportive home learning environment.

  4. Missing Homework

    • Documentation: All missing homework will be noted in the student handbook. Parents are asked to remind students to complete and submit their assignments the following day.

    • Frequent Absences: For students who frequently miss homework, teachers will reach out to parents to discuss the issue and seek collaborative solutions for improvement.

  5. Feedback

    • Constructive Feedback: Teachers will highlight common mistakes in assignments and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning.

  6. School Review

    • Regular Policy Review: The school will periodically review the homework policy to ensure its effectiveness and provide additional support for students in need.

Support for Parents

  1. Understanding the Requirements

    • Informing Parents: The school will explain the types of homework assignments and their requirements during the Primary One Parents’ Assembly. This ensures that parents are well-informed from the start.

  2. Communication

    • Gathering Feedback: The school will collect parents’ opinions on homework through questionnaires and during parents’ assemblies. This feedback loop is essential for improving the homework experience.

  3. Homework Tutorial

    • Transitional Support: To facilitate a smooth transition for Primary One students, the school will organize a homework tutorial class at the beginning of the school year. This class is specifically designed for students who may need additional help with their homework.