Kim Kardashian has once again found herself at the center of public debate—this time over her controversial views on education and the role of homework in children’s lives.
The mother of four—North, 12, Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 6, whom she shares with ex-husband Kanye West—spoke candidly about the subject during her recent appearance on Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 3 streaming series.
Kim’s Take on Homework
When the topic of school came up, Kim made her stance crystal clear: she doesn’t believe kids should be given homework.
“Kids are in school for eight hours a day,” she explained. “When they come home, they need sports, a life, and family time. Homework should be left for in school.”
Her remarks echoed a growing sentiment among some parents and educators who argue children deserve balance, free time, and the ability to disconnect after a long day of learning.
The Backlash From Teachers and Parents
Despite her perspective, critics were quick to push back. Many teachers and parents stressed that homework is crucial for reinforcing lessons and monitoring a child’s progress.
- One teacher wrote: “As a teacher who has to deal with 12-year-olds who can’t read and write, they need homework! Parents need to be there making sure it gets done.”
- Others argued homework builds responsibility, accountability, and prepares students for future exams.
Some even suggested Kim’s stance could reflect a broader issue of disengagement between parents and their children’s education.
Supporters Rally Behind Kim
On the flip side, many parents applauded Kim’s opinion, agreeing that kids deserve to just be kids after school.
- “School is like a child’s job, and the same reason why an adult doesn’t take their job home, neither should a child bring school home,” one supporter argued.
- Another parent added that extracurriculars, sports, and family bonding often make evening homework impractical and stressful.
Some pointed out that several school districts across the U.S. have already phased out traditional homework, instead encouraging project-based learning completed during class hours.
The Bigger Debate: What’s Best for Kids?
Kim’s comments have sparked a larger conversation about the role of homework in modern education. With some experts calling it outdated and others insisting it’s essential, the debate highlights just how divided parents and teachers remain on the subject.
What’s undeniable is that Kim’s influence ensures the conversation won’t fade quickly. As schools continue to experiment with different approaches to learning, the question remains: should children really spend their evenings buried in assignments—or building family connections and life skills?