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Background Information:

• 2,509 responses collected from parents.
• 92% were mothers, with fewer fathers (7%) and other guardians (1.1%).
• 46% had more than one child at primary school.
• Representation from Controlled (50%), Maintained (30%), and Integrated (15%) schools.
• 17% had children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• 20% were not working due to COVID-19, with 38% working from home and 23% identified as essential workers.
• 11% had taken unpaid leave to care for their children.

Home Learning & Communication with Schools:

• Schools provided online materials (82%), guidance (69%), timetables (50%), and contact details for teachers (62%).
• 90% found staying in touch with teachers important, with 88% receiving regular teacher communication.
• 72% followed a daily schoolwork routine (1-3 hours/day).
• 68% marked their child’s work without teacher input.

Resources Used for Home Learning:

• 90% used school-provided resources.
• 71% used online videos and websites.
• 57% used printable worksheets, though printing was a challenge for some.
• 2% preferred their children to learn through play.

Challenges in Home Learning