Home Learning
At Crabbs Cross Academy, we believe that homework is a shared journey in learning.
Our aim is for homework to be positive, purposeful, and manageable - an experience that supports classroom learning while respecting the needs of busy families. Our homework policy is thoughtfully designed to strike a healthy balance between school work and family time, ensuring that learning continues at home in a way that is both meaningful and achievable. In reflecting this, as a school we have made the decision that no homework will be set during school holidays.
Learning at home is a chance for children to:
- Practise and consolidate essential skills such as reading, phonics, and number facts.
- Develop positive learning habits and foster a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.
- Engage in ‘talk homework’ activities that encourage sharing their learning with you and celebrating progress together.
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YEAR GROUP |
HOMEWORK ISSUE & RETURN DATES |
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GOES HOME |
COMES BACK |
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Reception |
Friday - Reading books & ‘Book to Share’ goes home. |
Monday |
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Year 1 & Year 2 |
Friday - Reading books, ‘Book to Share’ and homework. |
Monday |
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Year 3 & Year 4 |
Friday – Reading books and homework. |
Wednesday |
Daily Reading
Reading is at the core of everything we do. It strengthens vocabulary, deepens understanding, and sparks a lifelong love of books. Most importantly, it unlocks the wider curriculum — and the world — for our children.
- Children should read at home using the reading books sent home.
- Regular reading helps develop fluency, comprehension and enjoyment.
Times Tables Practice
- Children can practise their times tables on Times Tables Rock Stars:
https://ttrockstars.com/ - They can also develop number fluency through Numbots:
https://numbots.com/
Weekly Spellings
- Weekly spellings are sent home for children to learn and revisit throughout the week.
Online Learning Platforms
- Purple Mash – children can log in to complete activities linked to class learning:
https://www.purplemash.com/
Getting Login Details
- If your child needs help accessing Times Tables Rock Stars, Numbots, or Purple Mash, please ask their class teacher, who will be happy to provide or resend login details.