Many schools set homework outside of school to aid the progress of their students. However, I have worked with numerous children who find additional work after a long school day tiring and struggle to find the motivation to get started. In my experience, having someone outside of school sit alongside them and work through questions together can offer accountability and reassurance.
When homework is first introduced, it can feel overwhelming for young learners. I use a range of strategies to help children overcome this initial challenge. My aim is to develop a child's independence, rather than create reliance on my support. I therefore avoid simply providing answers. Instead, I use open-ended questions to guide children through their thinking and encourage them to reach the answer themselves.
I am also currently undertaking professional training in Primary Education at Durham University; this means I have a strong understanding of the curriculum and am familiar with the topics your child is likely to be working on.
If your child would benefit from dedicated one-to-one support with their homework, please feel free to get in touch.