Schoolwork is the collection of tasks, assignments, and studying that students do for their classes. When a teacher assigns a chapter to read, math problems to solve, or an essay to write, that's all schoolwork. Some schoolwork happens in the classroom during school hours, like completing a worksheet or participating in a group project. Other schoolwork is done at home as homework.

Schoolwork includes everything from memorizing spelling words to conducting science experiments to practicing multiplication tables. A student's schoolwork might involve writing book reports, preparing for tests, creating presentations, or solving word problems. The amount and difficulty of schoolwork typically increase as students get older and move through different grades.

When someone says they need to “finish their schoolwork,” they mean completing whatever assignments or studying their teachers have given them. Good schoolwork habits, like staying organized and managing time well, help students learn more effectively and reduce last-minute stress before tests or due dates.