There should arguable always be a balance between too little and too much homework, and there still needs to be improvements made in UK schools. By setting homework, you can reduce the amount of time spent between students and their family members, yet it can also encourage cheating because it’s quicker and easier.

Of course, if there was no homework set at all, a student may spend too much time relaxing and socialising, rather than developing their skills and revising for important exams. It’s also important to make sure students understand the importance of punctuality, because every job will include deadlines, and if they can get to grips with this at an early age, it may play a big role in their future development.

The homework debate is one that will continue, and there isn’t always a single right or wrong answer. More homework can sometimes mean a student gains a better understanding, but it depends on the individual. Some students are intuitive enough to learn something and take the time to research it and understand it better, while others need a bit more of a ‘nudge’. Finding the balance is certainly key, so should it be planned around the individual, rather than taking a ‘one rule fits all’ approach?