Homework is a word that can trigger sighs from children but, more often, from parents. One question we are often asked is: How much should I actually be helping with this?

The answer isn’t black and white. Some parents end up doing most of the homework themselves. Others, determined to promote independence, never get involved at all, assuming their child needs to figure it out themselves. Both extremes can miss the mark.

The move from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2 can feel like a big jump. Suddenly, children are expected to work more independently, think more critically and manage larger amounts of information. This doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Here are five practical ways to ease the transition and help your child feel confident as they step into KS2…