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Homework Planner: Free Printable Planner for Year 5
- ForYear 5
- StageKey Stage 2
- CostFree
- FormatPrintable PDF
Homework Planner is a free printable planner for Year 5 (ages 9 to 10), in Key Stage 2. Children fill in a weekly table with the day, the subject and the task, then tick each job off when it is done. It needs only a pencil, and page 2 gives the grown-up notes on how to use the sheet, help for children who find it hard, and a stretch idea.
It comes from the Mini Minds Hub, the free library of printables from Jaques of London, the British games and toy company that has been making games for families since 1795. Print both pages, give page 1 to your child and keep page 2 for yourself. Black and white printing works well.
What is on the sheet
The sheet is a weekly planner with a table to fill in. The columns are Day, Subject, Task and Done. Children write down which homework they have, which subject it belongs to and what the task is. When a job is finished, they tick it off in the Done column. Seeing the whole week on one page helps children decide what to do first and what can wait.
- Day
- Subject
- Task
- Done
Setting up the week
Start with the week ahead
Sit down at the start of the week and write the days in the Day column. Ask your child what is already happening on each day, such as clubs or family plans.
Add the subjects and tasks
Fill in the Subject and Task columns. Keep each task small and clear. A task like "read two pages" is easier to start than "do reading".
Tick it off
Each time a job is finished, your child ticks the Done column. At the end of the week, look at the ticks together and talk about how it went.
Why plan homework?
Many children in Year 5 begin to get homework from several subjects, and some of it is due on different days. Keeping it all in their heads is hard. A written plan takes away the worry of remembering. It also shows the week as a whole, so a busy evening can be spotted early and the work spread out.
Planning is a skill that grows with practice. Children learn to break a big job into small ones, to put jobs in a sensible order and to notice when something is finished. Ticking a task off gives a small, real sense of progress. These habits help in every subject and prepare children for more independent study later in school.
Skills and curriculum link
- Planning
- Organising
- Time
- Making choices
- Tracking progress
What children will be able to do
- I can plan my homework across the week.
- I can tick off jobs when they are done.
- I can see what I need to do next.
Ideas for helping your child plan
- Start with the fixed thingsWrite in clubs, appointments and family plans first. Homework then fits around them, and children see why some evenings are busier than others.
- Keep tasks smallA short, clear task is easier to begin and easier to tick off. Break a big job into two or three smaller ones across different days.
- Choose a regular timeA steady routine, such as after a snack, makes homework feel normal. Let your child help choose the time so they feel it is their plan.
- Look back at the endWhen the week is done, talk about what worked. Children learn to plan better when they think about their own plan.
Key words
- PlannerA page or book where you write down what you need to do and when.
- TaskA job that needs to be done.
- SubjectAn area of learning, such as maths, English or science.
- PrioritySomething that matters more or needs to be done sooner.
- DeadlineThe day or time when a piece of work must be finished.
- RoutineThings you do in the same way at the same time, so they become a habit.
How to use it
- Print both pages. Page 1 is for your child. Keep page 2, which has the notes for the grown-up.
- Fill in the planner at the start of the week. Write the days first, then the subjects and tasks.
- Work through it together the first time. Talk about each choice and why it goes on that day.
- Tick tasks off in the Done column as they are finished. Check the notes on page 2 for ideas.
- Come back to it each week. Repeating a familiar routine builds confidence and independence.
Help, stretch and game ideas
If it feels too hard
Plan one subject each day and keep tasks small. Write the task in a few words, such as "spellings" or "read a chapter". Fill in only the first few days to start with, then add the rest once the routine feels comfortable.
To stretch confident children
Add a time guess for each task and compare it with the real time. Does your child guess too high or too low? Use what they notice to make a better plan next week, and to choose which jobs to do first.
Make it a game
Plan a small treat once the week is done. Choose it together before the week starts, such as a family game or a favourite picnic. When every task is ticked off, the treat is earned.
Talk about it
- How did you decide which job to do first?
- What helps you stay on track when you feel tired?
- Which day of the week is the busiest for you, and why?
- What is a task you could split into smaller jobs?
- What will you change in your plan next week?
- How does it feel when you tick a job off?
Take it off the page
Family calendar
Make a simple calendar for the week with the whole family. Each person writes in their own jobs and plans, so children see that everyone plans.
Pack the bag
Each evening, ask your child to check the plan and pack their bag for the next day. This links planning to a real routine.
Plan a day out
Plan a pretend day out on paper. List what to do, in what order, and what to bring. It uses the same planning skills in a fun way.
Who it is for
Parents
Sit with your child for the first go and let them lead. Ask questions rather than telling them what to write. Keep the planner somewhere easy to see, such as the kitchen table or beside their bag.
Teachers
Use it as a starter at the beginning of the week, an early finisher task or a homework routine builder. It needs no preparation beyond printing. Page 2 gives support and stretch ideas for mixed ability groups.
Home educators
Use it to build a weekly rhythm for learning at home. It works well alongside your own plans, and you can print a fresh copy each week. Older and younger children can each have their own.
Where planning fits in
Before this, children in Key Stage 1 learn the days of the week and the months of the year, and begin to tell the time. These ideas make a weekly table easy to read, so most Year 5 children are ready to plan with it.
After this, children in Year 6 and beyond often have more subjects, longer pieces of work and more independence. The habit of breaking jobs down, putting them in order and ticking them off supports that move to secondary school.
Check it worked
Ask these when the sheet is finished. Listen for the reasoning, not just the answer.
- How did you decide which job to do first?
- What helps you stay on track?
- What will you change in your plan next week?
Questions parents and teachers ask
- What age is Homework Planner for?
It is written for Year 5 (ages 9 to 10), in Key Stage 2. Younger children can use it with more help from an adult, and older children can use it to build an independent routine.
- What will children practise?
They practise planning and tracking homework across the week. They also practise organising, thinking about time, and deciding which jobs come first. Ticking tasks off lets them see their own progress.
- How do I use it?
Fill in the planner at the start of the week with the day, subject and task. Tick tasks off when they are finished. Work through it together the first time, then let your child take the lead.
- What if it feels too hard?
Plan one subject each day and keep tasks small. Fill in only a few days to begin with. Short, clear tasks are easier to start, and more days can be added once the routine feels comfortable.
- Is it free?
Yes. It is free to print for home and classroom use. You can print a new copy each week, or use it again for brothers and sisters.
- Is Homework Planner suitable for teachers to use in class?
Yes. Teachers can use it as a starter, a plenary, an early finisher task, homework or a table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing, and page 2 has support and stretch ideas.
- Is this a screen free activity?
Yes. It is a screen free printable that needs only paper and a pencil. It works well for quiet time after school, rainy days and school holidays, and it gives children practice at writing by hand.
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Made by Jaques of London, making games for families since 1795. A printable supports classroom learning and does not replace a teacher.