Your child is more likely to succeed when you, your family and your child’s teachers expect them to do their very best

• • Remind them how important learning is.
  • Ask them what job they want to do when they get older.
  • Tell them that they make you feel proud.

Work with your child’s teachers, school and other family members to agree expectations for learning, studying and behaviour

• Ask them what homework they have and ask to see it when they’ve done it.
• Agree a time when they can do the things they want to do.

Make sure that your expectations and goals are right for your child’s age and maturity

• If your child gets stuck with homework give them suggestions for problem solving.
• Talk to your child’s teachers about how much homework your child is expected to do.

Have agreed set times for playing games, watching TV and leisure

• Set a time for homework at the same time each day.
• When your child has finished their homework, agree time to play.
• Set play time as a reward.

Let your child know how you expect them to behave and set clear boundaries

• Set rules for when homework takes place, how long it will take and when you will check it.
• Ask them if there is anything they are worried or upset about.

Provide structure

• Set daily routines for homework, going out, bedtime and meals, so that your child will know when they have time for themselves.
• If your child doesn’t have homework, encourage them to read or give them a problem to solve so they stay in the homework routine.

Further reading:

Encouraging your child at school
Tips on building a relationship with your childs teacher
Tips for homework survival