Understand the importance of a study routine and how it contributes to children’s learning, organization, and future
Creating an efficient study routine for children is one of the most important steps to ensure good school performance. A well-structured routine helps develop discipline, autonomy, organization, and responsibility, for example. In addition, it reduces anxiety and strengthens the child’s bond with learning.
Having a routine does not mean rigidity or long hours of study. In practice, it means helping children understand that there is a right time to study, play, and rest, bringing more organization, security, and tranquility to their daily lives. This balance is essential for academic and social-emotional development.
A well-defined routine has benefits that go far beyond school grades. When children know what to expect from their day, they feel more secure and confident to learn. The benefits include, for example:
The ideal routine is one that fits into the family’s life. It doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to work. It is important to have planning, dialogue, and consistency. First and foremost, parents should set a fixed place and time for studying.
This can be in the late afternoon, evening, or even in the morning, depending on the family’s situation. The important thing is to try to keep the same schedule every day, even if it is only for a short time. Not every home has a dedicated room or total silence, and that’s okay. A kitchen table, a corner of the bedroom, or any space with minimal organization and good lighting will do. The most important thing is that the child understands that this is study time.
Then, work with your child to create a routine chart, schedule, or calendar. Place it in a visible location and include times for homework, content review, extracurricular activities, rest, and leisure, for example. When children participate in this process, they feel more responsible and engaged.
Rest is also important. After a busy day, no one can study for hours on end. The ideal is to divide study time into smaller blocks, with short breaks. This prevents stress and improves concentration.
In addition, encourage the use of summaries, mind maps, notes, and block study methods. These strategies make learning more dynamic and effective.
Parents should also help their children divide extensive subjects into smaller parts and prioritize the most challenging ones. This is because reviewing content daily is much more effective than studying everything just before the test.
But it doesn’t end there. Parents and guardians should show interest in what their children are learning. Asking how school went, what they learned, or asking the child to explain the subject makes all the difference. Rather than focusing on grades, value effort and small achievements. This strengthens self-esteem and the desire to continue studying.
It is not always easy to maintain a study routine at home. That is why social projects, school support activities, and educational spaces in the community are great allies. They help create a study routine, offer guidance, and strengthen children’s development.
The Ramacrisna Educational Support Center (CAER) is a good example. Created in 1992 by the Ramacrisna Institute, it works directly to strengthen the study routine of children and adolescents in socially vulnerable situations. Serving public school students free of charge after school hours, CAER complements regular education and contributes to educational, cultural, athletic, and social development. Currently, the initiative has a partnership with the Betim City Government and Criança Esperança.
Through tutoring, literacy with digital tools, robotics workshops, digital inclusion, sports and cultural activities, and reading incentives, CAER helps students develop consistent and enjoyable study habits. All of this takes place in a welcoming environment, with a multidisciplinary team, adequate nutrition, and a humanized methodology.
Strengthening children’s study routines means investing in a future with more opportunities, autonomy, and confidence. With the support of families and initiatives such as CAER, learning becomes easier, more efficient, and transformative for students, their families, and the entire community.
Want to know how to build a healthy and transformative study routine? Contact the team and ask your questions.
