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Dfes Homework Guidelines For Primary and Secondary Schools
Dfes Homework Guidelines For Primary and Secondary Schools
1. Time allocation
The DFES recommends that homework should not exceed the following time allocations:
Primary school: 1 hour per week for Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7) and 30 minutes per subject per
week for Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11)
Secondary school: 2.5 hours per week for Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14) and 5 hours per week for
Key Stage 4 (ages 14-16)
These time allocations are meant to be a general guide and may vary depending on the individual
needs and abilities of the students.
3. Variety of tasks
Homework should consist of a variety of tasks, including written assignments, research projects, and
practical tasks. This allows students to develop a range of skills and prevents them from becoming
bored with repetitive tasks.