Children's perception of homework 'grows more negative with time'

Almost four out of 10 (39%) fourth-class students reported that there was 'no point' in doing their homework. This figure had grown to 56% by the time they reached fifth class.

Children’s perception of homework grows more negative with time, with more than half reporting it is of little use to them by fifth class.

While girls tend to be more positive about going to school than boys, boys and girls both share similar "dubious views” on the value of homework to their learning.