Children can achieve well in school when their friends and family take an interest in their school and schoolwork. Getting involved in your child's learning, even in the simplest way, shows that you care about their schoolwork and can make a huge difference to how well they do in school. Whatever your lifestyle, or family situation, it is never too soon (or too late!) to start helping your child to develop a positive attitude towards learning.
Try to give encouragement and show appreciation of your child’s achievements, whether great or small, as this can help boost their confidence. Teach them basic organisation and time management skills so they are not overwhelmed with projects or homework. Be realistic and avoid putting your child under pressure by having over-high expectations. Let your child develop at their own pace, but if you do have concerns, please speak to their teacher.
- Reading: using their levelled book in their book bags. Alternatively YR & KS1 children can use Bug Club and KS2 children can use Read Theory if they prefer to read online
- Maths: YR and KS1 children use the Numbots and KS2 children use TT Rockstar or their Times-tables log
Additional Home Learning
If you feel your child would benefit from some additional practice or additional challenge, the following websites provide high quality learning opportunities for your child:
- Family Lives
- BBC Key Stage 2 Bitesize
- BBC Schools
- Maths Zone
- Top Marks
- Scratch (Computer Coding for Chidlren)
