Petition

No homework frees minds and boosts learning—let’s embrace stress-free evenings!!

Rejected 9 signatures

What the petition asks

Homework burdens students after long school days, reducing family time and harming mental health. Banning it would allow children to rest, explore interests, and return to class more focused, improving learning outcomes and overall well-being for every student in the nation today. Now.
Children don't need homework because it often adds stress and takes away time for rest, play, and family bonding. Instead of deepening learning, it can overwhelm students and widen gaps between those with support at home and those without. Reducing homework lets kids recharge, build creativity, and return to school more motivated, healthier, and better prepared to engage meaningfully in class each day. Giving children this balance strengthens their well-being and long-term success.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Ban homework in all schools
Ban homework in all schools

Timeline

1 Dec 2025 Petition opened for signatures
8 Jan 2026 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 9
Status Rejected
Rejected 8 Jan 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 31 Aug 2026.