Chores for 10-12 years

Complete guide to age-appropriate chores for this developmental stage

Age Range

10-12 years

UK Average Pocket Money

£6.50

per week

Suitable Chores

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Developmental Overview

Pre-teens aged 10-12 can handle significant responsibility and complex tasks. They can work independently on most chores and can be trusted with age-appropriate equipment. This age group can also help younger siblings and take on leadership roles.

Safety Note:

Low supervision for most tasks. Can begin learning basic cooking with supervision. Always supervise power tools and outdoor equipment.

All Suitable Chores (24)

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🧸Personal Care(4 chores)

Put toys away

easy

Put toys back in their boxes or on shelves

Ages 3-18£0.25

Put dirty clothes in hamper

easy

Place used clothes in the laundry basket

Ages 3-18£0.25

Make bed

easy

Straighten sheets and arrange pillows

Ages 5-18£0.50

Fold own laundry

medium

Fold and put away own clothes

Ages 7-18£1.50

🏠Household(14 chores)

Help set the table

easy

Place napkins or unbreakable items on table

Ages 3-10£0.50

Dust low surfaces

easy

Wipe down low tables with a duster

Ages 4-18£0.50

Clear the table

easy

Remove dishes after meals

Ages 5-18£0.75

Water indoor plants

easy

Give houseplants water

Ages 5-18£0.50

Sort recycling

easy

Put items in correct recycling bins

Ages 5-18£0.50

Vacuum own room

medium

Use vacuum cleaner in bedroom

Ages 7-18£1.50

Load dishwasher

medium

Place dirty dishes in dishwasher properly

Ages 7-18£1.00

Unload dishwasher

medium

Put clean dishes away

Ages 7-18£1.00

Sweep floor

medium

Sweep kitchen or other hard floors

Ages 7-18£1.00

Take out rubbish

medium

Empty indoor bins to outdoor wheelie bin

Ages 7-18£1.00

Wipe kitchen counters

medium

Clean kitchen surfaces with cloth

Ages 7-18£1.00

Wash dishes by hand

medium

Wash and dry dishes manually

Ages 10-18£2.00

Clean bathroom

hard

Wipe sink, toilet, and surfaces

Ages 10-18£2.50

Mop floor

medium

Mop kitchen or bathroom floor

Ages 10-18£2.00

🐕Pet Care(3 chores)

Fill pet's water bowl

easy

Make sure pet has fresh water

Ages 3-18£0.50

Feed pet

easy

Measure and give pet food

Ages 5-18£0.75

Walk dog

medium

Take dog for walk around neighbourhood

Ages 10-18£1.50

🤝Helping Others(1 chores)

Prepare simple meal

medium

Make sandwiches or simple snacks with supervision

Ages 10-18£2.00

🌳Outdoor(2 chores)

Mow lawn

hard

Cut grass with supervision

Ages 10-18£3.00

Wash car

medium

Clean exterior of family car

Ages 10-18£3.00

Pocket Money Guidance

The UK average pocket money for this age group is £6.50 per week, but the right amount depends on your family circumstances and what you expect the pocket money to cover.

Considerations for This Age:

Should understand saving, spending, and giving
Can budget for larger purchases over time
May need money for social activities and hobbies

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