Home Learning Support

Supporting your child’s learning at home during primary school is one of the most impactful things you can do as a parent. Here’s a structured guide to help you with home learning strategies, categorized by key areas and age groups.

🎯 Goals of Home Learning for Primary-Aged Children

• Build good habits and a love for learning.

• Reinforce what’s taught in school.

• Help children feel supported and confident.

• Encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence.

🏠 Core Areas to Support at Home

1. Reading

• Daily reading (10–20 minutes) with your child builds vocabulary and comprehension.

• Ask open-ended questions like:

  • “Why do you think the character did that?”

  • “What do you think will happen next?”

• Encourage storytelling and discussions about books.

• Use audiobooks or reading apps if needed.

2. Writing

• Encourage writing letters, stories, journals, or shopping lists.

• Practice neat handwriting and spelling through fun activities.

• Use word games like Scrabble, Boggle, or online tools like Spelling Frame.

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• Use real-life maths: cooking (measuring), shopping (money), time, and counting.

• Practice times tables through songs, flashcards, or apps like Times Tables Rock Stars.

• Reinforce key skills like adding, subtracting, estimating, and problem-solving.

4. Homework/Assignments

• Create a quiet, consistent study area.

• Set a routine and break tasks into manageable parts.

• Encourage independence, but be available to guide.

📚 Age-by-Age Tips

Early Primary (Ages 4–7)

• Focus on phonics, early reading, and counting.

• Use playful learning: puzzles, building blocks, crafts.

• Sing songs and rhymes to support memory and language.

Middle Primary (Ages 7–9)

• Encourage book choices and free reading.

• Support with times tables and writing longer pieces.

• Talk about their day and what they’re learning.

Upper Primary (Ages 9–11)

• Foster independence with homework and time management.

• Discuss current events and critical thinking.

• Help prepare for transitions to secondary school.