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Homework policy

Laddsworth Primary SchoolRef: https://laddsworth.co.za/our-school/policies/homework-policy

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Source domain: laddsworth.co.za

Collected on 30 July 2026

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What this means

This document is a “Homework policy” for Laddsworth Primary School. It sets rules that homework is for consolidation and revision only (no new work), must not be used as punishment, and should not be excessive. It specifies that homework is given Monday to Thursday, with no set homework every second Wednesday night, research tasks are done in the media centre under staff supervision, homework books must be signed by a parent/guardian, and it provides grade-by-grade homework expectations for Grades 1 to 7.

Facts

Reference

https://laddsworth.co.za/our-school/policies/homework-policy

Key Takeaways

  • Applies to: Laddsworth Primary School
  • Homework purpose: consolidation and revision only; no new work expected
  • Homework not used for punishment or writing out of lines (detention time used instead)
  • Homework not to be excessive; bracketed times are guides
  • Research tasks: undertaken in the media centre under staff supervision
  • Homework schedule: Monday to Thursday only
  • Every second Wednesday night: no set homework (family evening)
  • Homework books must be signed by parent/guardian
  • Due dates for research projects communicated to parents and learners
  • Grade 1: reading approx. 6–8 pages (10–15 mins) + supplementary reading
  • Grade 2: reading 6–8 pages + 6 spelling words (20 mins) + supplementary reading
  • Grade 3: reading + spelling + tables/maths worksheet (30 mins)
  • Grade 4: reading + spelling + tables + maths worksheets (30 mins) + extra reading encouraged
  • Grade 5: spelling (English and Afrikaans) + reading + maths worksheet (30 mins)
  • Grades 6 & 7: maths + spelling (English and Afrikaans) + consolidation/completion of classwork or research started at school (45 mins)
  • Laddsworth Primary School
  • Media centre (at Laddsworth School)
  • Parents/guardians
  • Learners (pupils)