Irish teacher: Homework is an attack on childhood — get rid of it

The research is clear that homework for younger children is unnecessary and potentially detrimental to their wellbeing. Their school day is long enough.
Jennifer Horgan, Diary of an Irish Schoolteacher.

Jennifer Horgan, Diary of an Irish Schoolteacher.

There is a lot I’d like to change about our education system. 

I want it to be kinder to so many young people and parents, principals, teachers and special needs assistants.

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