

In my case, in the UK we would usually finish classes around 3pm and leave school straight away. What should children do after they finish school? Should they have to finish their schoolwork, or do extra assignments, in the form of homework? Should they join clubs, play sport, learn the piano, or take swimming lessons? Should they go to cram schools, or private classes, to keep on studying or learning? Or should they be allowed to relax and rest after a day of studying at school?ĭepending on where you are from, you might have a different perspective on what children should do after school. Universities have been accused of increasing social inequality Social inequality (n) – the condition of unequal access to the benefits of society That disease is more prevalent among children Prevalent (adj) – existing very commonly or happening often These chemicals have a detrimental impact on the environment This school has a history of outstanding achievementĭetrimental (adj) – causing harm or damage Perspective (n) – a particular way of considering somethingĪchievement (n) – the act of achieving something (finishing something successfully) or of achieving things generally When I was at school, we were required to memorize vocabulary every week

To memorize (v) – to learn something so that you will remember it exactly The club caters for children below the age of 10 To cater for someone/something (phrasal v) – to provide what is wanted or needed by someone or something I have a lot of assignments to complete this week Assignment (n) – a piece of work given to someone, typically as part of their studies or job
