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The Home Learning Environment and Attainment. Research Report

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Title: The Home Learning Environment and Attainment. Research Report
Language: English
Authors: Pallavi Banerjee, Department for Education (DfE) (United Kingdom)
Source: UK Department for Education. 2025.
Availability: UK Department for Education. Castle View House East Lane, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2GJ, UK. Tel: +44-37-0000-2288; Fax: +44-19-2873-8248; Web site: http://www.education.gov.uk
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 72
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Reports - Research
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Educational Environment, Family Environment, Educational Attainment, Student Characteristics, Socioeconomic Background, Family Characteristics, Student Behavior, Neighborhoods, Predictor Variables, Adolescents
Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
ISBN: 978-1-83870-629-6
Abstract: The analysis presented in this report investigates the influence of socioeconomic background, behaviour, neighbourhood context, and family-related characteristics on attainment. Collectively, these dimensions are referred to as demographic factors and behavioural factors and shape the learning environment at home. The home learning environment (HLE) plays a critical role in shaping children's cognitive, emotional and educational outcomes and is influenced by the factors listed above. Although extensive research exists regarding HLE during early childhood, empirical evidence about its impact on educational attainment of young people remains limited. Addressing this gap, the report summarises findings from exploratory analysis and predictive modelling of linked survey and administrative data sets. This analysis also draws on the COM-B model, a behavioural science framework that categorises factors influencing behaviour into capability (individual skills and knowledge), opportunity (external social and environment factors) and motivation (internal cognitive and emotional processes). This model helps to systematically identify and understand factors shaping behaviour. The research presented in this report had two main aims. The first aim was to identify key factors which predict attainment for teenagers. This was addressed by examining the relationships between socioeconomic background, behavioural factors, HLE related variables and the likelihood of students completing level 2 and Level 3 qualifications by age 19. By applying behavioural insights, the findings were then interpreted to explore underlying dynamics and highlights patterns and disparities outside school that affect educational attainment. Together, the data-driven findings and the COM-B model provide a deeper understanding of the factors influencing behaviour, HLE and attainment. The report aims to move beyond a deficit model, aligning instead with the Opportunity Mission, to focus on how every young person can achieve and thrive by breaking barriers to opportunity.
Abstractor: ERIC
Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: ED676771
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The analysis presented in this report investigates the influence of socioeconomic background, behaviour, neighbourhood context, and family-related characteristics on attainment. Collectively, these dimensions are referred to as demographic factors and behavioural factors and shape the learning environment at home. The home learning environment (HLE) plays a critical role in shaping children's cognitive, emotional and educational outcomes and is influenced by the factors listed above. Although extensive research exists regarding HLE during early childhood, empirical evidence about its impact on educational attainment of young people remains limited. Addressing this gap, the report summarises findings from exploratory analysis and predictive modelling of linked survey and administrative data sets. This analysis also draws on the COM-B model, a behavioural science framework that categorises factors influencing behaviour into capability (individual skills and knowledge), opportunity (external social and environment factors) and motivation (internal cognitive and emotional processes). This model helps to systematically identify and understand factors shaping behaviour. The research presented in this report had two main aims. The first aim was to identify key factors which predict attainment for teenagers. This was addressed by examining the relationships between socioeconomic background, behavioural factors, HLE related variables and the likelihood of students completing level 2 and Level 3 qualifications by age 19. By applying behavioural insights, the findings were then interpreted to explore underlying dynamics and highlights patterns and disparities outside school that affect educational attainment. Together, the data-driven findings and the COM-B model provide a deeper understanding of the factors influencing behaviour, HLE and attainment. The report aims to move beyond a deficit model, aligning instead with the Opportunity Mission, to focus on how every young person can achieve and thrive by breaking barriers to opportunity.
ISBN:978-1-83870-629-6