Overcrowding Impacts Studies: Many factors impact children's education. Let us explain the impact of the home and how it impacts children's education.

The impact of the home on children's education

Home Environment And Child Education: Your child's academic success isn't limited to paying attention in the classroom. Research shows that the home a child lives in directly impacts their studies and exam results. Crowded homes, dampness, humidity, and inadequate heating all impact children's health as well as their academics. Let's take a look at what the research has found. 

What has come out in the research?

A recent study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that children living in poor housing conditions have higher rates of school absenteeism and lower grades, especially in key subjects like English and math. According to researchers, better homes not only protect children from illness but also improve their academic performance. The study found that children living in poor housing in England missed an average of 15 more days of school. These children also had lower test scores than their peers.

What is meant by a better home?

A better home doesn't just mean a new house. It also includes decongestion, damp and moisture relief, proper heating systems, and a livable environment. Research also revealed that one in seven families in England lives in a home that doesn't meet the government's Decent Homes Standard. For this study, scientists analyzed data from the Millennium Cohort Study, which included 8,992 children born between 2000 and 2002. The condition of their homes at the age of seven was assessed on six parameters, including house type, floor level, availability of a garden, humidity, heating conditions, and crowding. 

What was the result?

Data from the National Pupil Database revealed that children with poorer conditions in their homes missed an average of about one and a half days more school each year. This number increases significantly during the 11 years of compulsory education. Furthermore, these children's math and English grades were found to be 2 to 5 percent lower. Researchers say that noise, lack of study space, lack of sleep, and the burden of responsibilities in crowded homes affect children's concentration. This worsens both their behavior and health, which clearly impacts their studies. The study also suggests that improving home conditions, especially reducing humidity and overcrowding, will not only improve children's learning but also reduce healthcare costs.