Newest MP Hints At School Time & Homework Reform

In her ‘maiden speech’ in parliament, Labour MP Ramona Attard has called for a national homework reform, questioning whether children should spend their after-school hours doing homework instead of enjoying their childhood.

Attard said that the option should not be to extend school hours or work hours.

As an alternative, she proposed an additional hour at school where students could complete extra work under the supervision of peers, Learning Support Educators (LSEs), or teachers willing to work overtime.

She also noted that some teachers of non-core subjects struggle to find students for private lessons, suggesting this system could benefit them.

Attard highlighted that the current homework system creates inequality, favouring students with a supportive home environment while disadvantaging those who lack such support.

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