Homework Guidance 2026-27
Contents page 1. Homework Timetable a. Year 1 & 2 homework Timetable b. Year 3-5 Homework Timetable 2. Year 6’s Homework schedule 3. Year 7’s Homework schedule 4. Year 8’s Homework schedule 5. Century Tech (Years 6 – 8) 6. English (Years 1-8) 7. Maths (Years 1-8) 8. Science (Years 6-8) 9. Dyslexia Friendly Statement for Homework Policy 10. The Role of the Class Teacher and Tutor 11. Revision Guidance and Knowledge Organisers
Rationale Homework is an important part of the learning journey at Peponi House. It is designed not simply as additional work, but as an opportunity for pupils to develop the knowledge, skills and habits that support long-term success. Through carefully planned tasks, pupils consolidate learning from the classroom, strengthen their recall of key knowledge and develop increasing independence as learners. Our approach to homework is based on five key principles: developing fluency through regular practice of core skills; strengthening long-term memory through retrieval and recall activities; building independence by encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their learning; providing personalised support through adaptive platforms such as Century Tech; and promoting strong partnerships between home and school. We also recognise that learning does not only take place through written tasks. Reading with an adult, practising spellings in creative ways, discussing new vocabulary, recalling key facts, or applying mathematical thinking in everyday situations can all contribute meaningfully to a child's progress. Our aim is to foster positive learning habits, curiosity and confidence, while ensuring that homework remains purposeful, manageable and ageappropriate. Should your child find a task particularly challenging, we encourage them to persevere; however, homework should not become a source of significant frustration or stress. If difficulties persist, parents are encouraged to contact the class teacher, subject teacher or tutor so that appropriate support can be provided.
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1. Homework Timetable Year 1 & 2 homework Timetable Year 1 Year 2
Daily reading recorded in diary
Weekly spellings (WRI phonics)
Weekly arithmetic task
Optional Weekly writing task
(1 or 2 sentences or labeling)
For Year 1, we expect children to read every day in Term 1 and practice their spellings. In Term 2, we add maths homework. In Term 3, we add the optional writing task. Subject Maths (term 2) Phonics
Subject Maths English ( writing) English (spellings)
Year 1's Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Wednesday Monday Friday (via ParentHub class blog) Children have weekly sound checks during phonics lessons Year 2's Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Wednesday Monday Wednesday Monday Friday (via ParentHub class blog) Children have weekly sound checks during phonics lessons
Year 3-5 Homework Timetable Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Daily reading recorded in diary
Subject All homework (spelling, maths, writing)
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Weekly spellings
Weekly Mental arithmetic task
(Multiplication or consolidation of the weeks learning)
Weekly writing task
(Short burst grammar or short burst writing)
Year 3's Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (the following week) Wednesday Monday
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Subject All homework (spelling, maths, writing)
Subject Maths English
Year 4's Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Wednesday Monday
Year 5 Homework schedule Day Set Tuesday Tuesday
Day Due Friday Friday
For Years 6–8, please see the timetable pages 3-5 in this document for when homework is set and handed in. Homework will be assigned on Microsoft Teams so pupils can easily see what has been set. Teachers will use platforms such as Century Tech or an alternative task such as pre-reading, consolidation of class concepts, revision quizzes, or addressing misconceptions. Year 6
Daily reading - recorded in diary
Weekly English homework task
Weekly arithmetic and homework task
Year 7
Daily reading - recorded in diary
Weekly English homework task
Weekly arithmetic and homework task
Weekly Science
Year 8
Daily reading - recorded in diary
Weekly English homework task
Weekly arithmetic and homework task
Weekly Science
Weekly Science
Tasks from other subjects Weekly specialist subjects from Term 2 Weekly specialist subjects Personal revision (recommended)
Parent Note: To support your child's learning, feedback will be provided either verbally or through short quizzes to help monitor their understanding and retention of key concepts. We encourage you to check in with your child regularly and discuss what they’ve learned each week.
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2. Year 6’s Homework schedule Monday Tuesday Thursday
6TV’s Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Thursday Friday Tuesday
Subject Maths English Science
Tuesday Monday Thursday
6BW’s Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Friday Thursday Tuesday
Subject Maths English Science
6MJ’s Homework schedule Day Set Day Due (one week later) Tuesday Friday Wednesday Monday Wednesday Tuesday
Subject Maths English Science
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3. Year 7’s Homework schedule Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
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7NM’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Monday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Monday Monday
7PT’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Tuesday Friday Monday Tuesday Monday Thursday
7RB’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Thursday Thursday Tuesday Thursday Monday Monday
Day Due Wednesday Thursday Friday Tuesday Tuesday Thursday Monday
Day Due Wednesday Friday Tuesday Monday Monday Thursday Thursday
Day Due Wednesday Wednesday Tuesday Monday Tuesday Thursday Monday
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4. Year 8’s Homework schedule
Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
Subject Maths English Science Geography History Modern Language Kiswahili
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8DH’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Monday Friday Tuesday Friday Tuesday Monday
8OM’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Tuesday Friday Monday Wednesday Tuesday Friday
8PE’s Homework schedule Day Set Friday Tuesday Thursday Friday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday
Day Due Wednesday Friday Tuesday Tuesday Thursday Monday Monday
Day Due Wednesday Friday Thursday Thursday Tuesday Monday Friday
Day Due Wednesday Friday Monday Friday Thursday Monday Wednesday
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Feedback on Homework Feedback is an essential part of the learning process. Not every piece of homework will receive detailed written marking; however, all homework is acknowledged and used to inform future teaching. The type of feedback provided will depend on the nature of the task and the age of the pupil. Feedback may include: •
Verbal feedback from the teacher.
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Whole-class feedback addressing common strengths and misconceptions.
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Self-assessment and reflection.
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Peer assessment activities.
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Quiz-based review and retrieval exercises.
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Automated feedback through learning platforms such as Century Tech.
Teachers use homework to identify misconceptions, celebrate success and adapt future teaching to meet pupils' needs. The purpose of feedback is not simply to evaluate completed work but to support pupils in making progress and becoming increasingly reflective learners.
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5. Century Tech As part of their homework, pupils in Years 6 to 8 will spend a set amount of time each week using Century Tech. Century Tech uses adaptive learning technology to identify each pupil's strengths and areas for development, providing personalised learning activities known as Smart Nuggets. A Smart Nugget is a short learning sequence that includes teaching, explanations, examples and questions. As pupils work through these activities, Century Tech adapts future recommendations to help them focus on the knowledge and skills they most need to develop. We encourage pupils to engage fully with the learning materials within each Smart Nugget, not simply complete the questions. The platform provides explanations, videos and supporting content designed to address misconceptions and build understanding. Teachers can monitor both pupils' engagement with the platform and their use of these learning resources, allowing us to support pupils in developing secure understanding rather than simply achieving correct answers. Century Tech homework will be complemented by non-digital tasks, ensuring pupils continue to develop important skills through a balanced mixture of online adaptive learning and more traditional forms of independent study. This combination helps pupils build confidence, deepen understanding and make sustained progress over time.
Find out more about smart nuggets here Case study on Century Tech impact on learning
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6. English 6.1 Reading Reading is at the heart of our English curriculum, and we expect all pupils to read for at least 20 minutes each day. Whether reading independently or sharing a book with an adult, regular reading is one of the most effective ways to improve vocabulary, comprehension and academic success. Research suggests that just 20 minutes of reading each day exposes a child to approximately 1.8 million words per year, helping to build a richer vocabulary, stronger comprehension skills and a lifelong love of learning. In Years 1-2, pupils will read their Read Write Inc. (RWI) books, which are carefully matched to the sounds and phonics patterns being taught in class. Pupils are also expected to use Reading Eggs, a phonics-based online programme that provides additional opportunities to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. In Years 3-5, pupils will continue to read books matched to their reading level through our Oxford Reading Tree programme until they become confident free readers, with the aim of achieving this by the end of Year 4. In Years 6-8, pupils are expected to continue reading regularly both in and beyond the curriculum. Recommended reading lists and additional resources will be shared by English teachers to encourage wider reading, deepen understanding and foster a lifelong enjoyment of literature.
6.2 Writing In Years 1-2, pupils will be set weekly spellings linked to the sounds and phonics patterns being taught in class. These will be practised throughout the week and assessed during phonics lessons. Every six weeks, pupils complete a one-to-one phonics assessment to identify strengths and any areas requiring further practice. Optional writing activities, such as labelling a picture or writing simple sentences, may also be provided to develop sentence structure, handwriting and confidence in applying phonics knowledge independently. In Years 3-5, pupils will receive weekly spellings based on the spelling patterns being taught in class. They will also complete a short-burst writing task linked to a picture stimulus. These activities are designed to reinforce key literacy and grammar skills taught in lessons and may focus on areas such as the use of adverbs, punctuating direct speech, selecting vocabulary for effect or creating detailed character and setting descriptions. The aim is to develop fluency, creativity and accuracy through regular, purposeful writing practice. In Years 6-8, pupils will complete a blend of written and digital homework. Weekly tasks will be shared through Microsoft Teams and supported by Century Tech, where pupils can complete personalised learning pathways and self-set Smart Nuggets to target identified areas for development. Homework may include comprehension activities, grammar practice, vocabulary development, journalling and short-burst writing tasks linked to recent learning. For example, after studying personification, pupils may be challenged to create an eerie atmosphere
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Homework Guidance 2026-27 by transforming a setting into a character with thoughts, intentions and emotions. These tasks are designed to reinforce classroom learning whilst developing both technical accuracy and creative sophistication. Recommended revision materials and additional resources will be shared separately by each pupil's English teacher to support independent study and wider reading.
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7. Mathematics Our approach to Mathematics homework is designed to reinforce key skills, build confidence and support longterm retention of learning. Homework is carefully tailored to pupils' needs and focuses on practicing and revisiting important concepts taught in class. Years 1-2 focus on developing fluency with number facts and the four operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division). Homework may be completed in a variety of ways, including traditional written activities or more practical, interactive tasks that can be incorporated into everyday life, such as counting in 2s while climbing stairs or practising number bonds during a car journey. For families who would like additional online practice, Numberbots is available as an optional resource. Years 3-4 follow a mixed-skills and spiral curriculum approach, meaning pupils regularly revisit previously taught concepts alongside current learning. Homework includes questions covering the four operations and retrieval practice to strengthen understanding and recall over time. Numberbots remains available as an optional platform for additional practice at home. Years 5-8 will complete a mixture of topic-specific revision and mixed revision, alternating weekly from Term 1. Tasks are based on identified areas for development, ensuring practice is purposeful and targeted. To complement this work, pupils will use Century Tech, where adaptive learning pathways provide personalised practice and reinforcement of key mathematical concepts. This combination of focused revision, retrieval practice and adaptive technology helps pupils build secure mathematical knowledge and develop confidence in applying their skills.
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8. Science Science homework begins in Year 6 and is designed to strengthen pupils' understanding of key scientific concepts through regular retrieval and recall practice. Research shows that revisiting learning over time helps pupils retain knowledge more effectively and make stronger connections between topics. In Year 6, pupils will complete a combination of Century Tech activities and a weekly recall task based on content taught in lessons. These tasks are designed to revisit prior learning, strengthen long-term memory and identify any misconceptions that may need further support. In Year 7, pupils will continue to use Century Tech alongside a weekly recall-based homework task. Century Tech's adaptive learning pathways provide personalised practice, while retrieval activities help pupils consolidate their understanding of scientific knowledge and vocabulary. Together, these approaches support the development of strong foundations for future scientific study. To encourage deep understanding and effective study habits, past papers are not used for homework in Years 6 and 7. Instead, the focus is on building secure knowledge, scientific thinking skills and confidence through regular retrieval practice. Exposure to past paper questions begins in Year 8, when pupils are better placed to apply their knowledge to more formal assessment-style tasks.
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9. Dyslexia Friendly Statement for Homework Policy As a dyslexia friendly school, it is important that homework is set which allows appropriate access for those with processing difficulties such as reduced working memory, phonological (sound), orthographic (pattern) and slow processing speed. In line with training received by all staff, homework should be chunked appropriately and include prompts, visuals and other supportive strategies in an uncluttered and simple format. Feedback should also take include dyslexia friendly techniques such as focussing on content and not spelling along with options of producing the work in an inclusive format.
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The Role of the Class Teacher and Tutor
Homework is most effective when there is a strong partnership between pupils, parents and school. Our aim is not simply to complete tasks, but to develop the habits, routines and independent study skills that underpin long-term academic success. In Years 1-5, homework is set and monitored by the class teacher. Tasks are shared through the Parent Portal and recorded in pupils' diaries, helping families to establish consistent routines at home. Feedback may be given verbally or in writing, depending on the nature of the task. We recognise that learning can take many forms and encourage parents to record alternative approaches in the homework diary. For example, a pupil may have practised spellings in sand, rehearsed number bonds during a car journey or strengthened arithmetic fluency while counting up the stairs. Effort, engagement and the development of positive learning habits are celebrated just as much as the final outcome. In these years, homework is focused on building fluency, confidence and effective learning behaviours. Year 5 acts as an important transition year. While homework continues to be recorded in diaries and supported by the class teacher, pupils are encouraged to take increasing responsibility for organising their work and managing deadlines in preparation for Senior School. In Years 6-8, homework is recorded in both pupil diaries and Microsoft Teams, supporting the development of organisational skills and independent study habits. Subject teachers are responsible for setting, marking and providing feedback on work within their specialist subjects. Tutors take a broader coaching role, monitoring homework completion, engagement with Century Tech and pupils' overall approach to learning during tutor time. They support pupils in developing effective study strategies, organisation, resilience and self-regulation. Where concerns arise regarding engagement or completion, tutors may work with pupils and families to provide additional support. While subject teachers focus on progress within their disciplines, tutors oversee the wider picture, helping pupils to become confident, independent and successful learners.
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Revision Guidance and Knowledge Organisers
Knowledge Organisers Knowledge Organisers are an important tool used across academic subjects to support learning both in school and at home. They provide pupils with a clear summary of the essential knowledge, vocabulary and concepts they need to know for a topic. Each Knowledge Organiser is carefully designed by teachers and may include: •
Key facts, concepts and definitions.
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Subject-specific Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary.
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Important dates, formulae, diagrams or subject knowledge.
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Modelled examples and worked solutions.
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Key questions to support retrieval and self-quizzing.
How pupils use Knowledge Organisers Knowledge Organisers are used regularly in lessons and form part of our wider approach to retrieval practice. Pupils may use them to: •
Read and review key content.
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Complete "read, cover, write, check" activities.
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Create flashcards.
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Practise self-quizzing.
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Prepare for retrieval quizzes and assessments.
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Identify areas that require further revision.
How parents can use Knowledge Organisers Knowledge Organisers are designed to make supporting revision at home simple and accessible. Parents are not expected to be subject experts. Instead, they can support their child by: •
Asking questions based on the information provided.
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Helping pupils test their recall of key facts and vocabulary.
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Encouraging regular revision in short, manageable sessions.
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Discussing modelled examples and worked solutions.
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Supporting pupils in developing effective revision routines.
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Homework Guidance 2026-27 Through consistent use in school and at home, Knowledge Organisers help pupils build secure knowledge, develop confidence and retain learning over time.
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