Nutritional Snack

Before your child starts their
homework, provide a nutritious
snack. During this time chat with
your child about how their day
was, ensuring they feel relaxed
before they start their homework.

How to start

Establish a clear routine for your
child to provide them with the
space and time to enable them to
concentrate on their homework.
Plan with your child a homework
timetable for the week so that
they are aware of what is required
of them on a daily basis but also
include some time for fun.

Environment

Provide a space which encourages
your child to want to complete their
homework. Turn off distractions, e.g.
television / mobile phone.

How I Was Taught

Your child will likely be learning new
ways to complete tasks which will
be different from the way you learnt
at school. Don’t try to teach your
child your method, as this may lead
to confusion. If you are unsure of the
new technique it may be worth
making a time to speak to
your child’s teacher.

Helping

There will be many times when your
child doesn’t know the answer and will
look to you to give them the answer.
Don’t rush in to tell them the answer
just to get the task finished. Instead
encourage them to work through the
task to find the solution and answer
themselves.

Your Time

As a parent you may be busy during
homework time juggling many things.
Turn off your mobile phone if you can,
reduce your distractions, ensure you
provide the space to help support your
child with homework.