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Ban all uk schools from assigning homework

Submitted on Sunday 8th October 2023

Rejected on Thursday 12th October 2023

Current status: Rejected

Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)

Petition Action

Ban all uk schools from assigning homework

Petition Details

I think that home work should be banned as it is not helpful to students mentally

Additional Information

While homework has been a staple of education for years, there are compelling reasons for the schools to consider banning it. Homework often exacerbates educational inequalities, as not all students have access to the same resources and support at home. Additionally, excessive homework can lead to increased stress and mental health issues in students. By banning homework, schools can promote more equitable learning experiences and reduce the burden on young minds. Instead, the focus should shift towards in-class learning, interactive activities, and fostering a healthy work-life balance, ultimately creating a more holistic and effective educational system.


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This petition was rejected

The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:

There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.

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You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/643846

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