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The cover of Teach Secondary Magazine, issue 13.5

Teach Secondary issue 13.5 is OUT NOW! Welcome to the latest issue of Teach Secondary. Readers will notice a few more ‘At the time of writing’s and ‘As we go to press’ mentions than usual this issue. We’re finishing work on it two weeks out from the date of the 2024 General Election, and from this vantage point – short of some extraordinary […]

Olympic medals, representing LA Olympics 2028

LA Olympics 2028 – Gold-medal teaching resources Go for gold with these Olympic-themed activities for classroom and playground...

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AI in education – Expert tips for using it in your classroom There's lots of big promises surrounding AI, but in reality it's already changing the way we teach. Get on board with this advice from fellow teachers...

Form time ideas PDF

Form time ideas – Literacy and numeracy activities for KS3 & KS4 With the aid of these fast, engaging and – above all – fun form time ideas, you can subtly boost some important cross-curricular skills. These ideas are suitable whether you have ten minutes available or a whole hour. These activities will support students in developing their literacy and numeracy skills – particularly when it comes […]

Photo of a fatigued-looking besuited male teacher yawning, with an assortment of Post-it notes stuck to his torso

Teacher workload – How to reduce it and why it matters For teachers, it's sometimes the 'stuff’ that doesn’t directly concern classroom teaching that saps mental and physical energy. What can be done about it?

Photo collage showing teen 'surfing' a book against bright colours to convey idea of summer study

Summer school – Could pupils benefit from an August programme? Nikki Cunningham-Smith examines the practicalities, risks and benefits of organising a school study programme over the summer months

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Prevent duty guidance – How the latest updates affect your school Mubina Asaria outlines the latest updates and changes to the Prevent duty that school staff need to be mindful of

Chemical engineering careers – KS4 PowerPoint Invite KS4 pupils interested in maths and science to consider a career in chemical engineering, using this informative PowerPoint...

Health and lifestyle lesson plan

Health and lifestyle – KS3/4 PSHE and nutrition activity This health and lifestyle teacher’s guide and nine accompanying slides will help you deliver a 15-minute classroom activity with the following teaching objectives: Health and lifestyle starter activity What does health and wellbeing mean? Give students two minutes and ask them to write down as many words or short phrases as they can think of […]

Teenager in classroom to represent concept of interleaving

Interleaving – How to use it in school to boost learning What is interleaving and how can you use it in your classroom to boost learning? Teacher Jake Hunton explains...

Academy21

Transforming online learning Jenny Webster, Deputy Head of English at Academy21, explains how online education can use innovative approaches to improve student engagement How can we foster active student engagement online? Engaging students in online learning environments requires innovative pedagogical strategies that promote active participation and interaction. Student-led discussions with gamification elements, interactive quizzes and polls are all […]

Reading comprehension PDF

Reading comprehension PDF – KS3/4 differentiated tattoos activity This easy-to-use reading comprehension PDF has three sections of differentiated questions. This activity focuses on the debate around tattoos and the prejudices many have against them. Use it in form time as part of literacy focus, or in an English lesson for KS3/4 GCSE comprehension training. Reading comprehension PDF This reading comprehension PDF features an […]

Flag covered football boot representing World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026 – Best football lesson plans, resources and ideas for KS1-KS4 If your pupils are in a footie frenzy, these lesson plans, activities and ideas offer some excellent educational links...

Magnifying glass on missing puzzle piece, epresenting Intent, Implementation, Impact element of Ofsted inspections

Intent implementation impact – What this Ofsted curriculum phrase actually means Don't fret about intent, implementation and impact – former Ofsted chief inspector Amanda Spielman laid out exactly what it means...

Banking lesson plans

Banking lesson plans – KS4 financial education resource The teaching aim of these two banking lesson plans is to explain the concept of banking and bank accounts. What are the different sorts of bank accounts and how can students shop around for the best deals? The lessons cover: Learning outcomes This resource includes: Banking lesson plan activity Research and compare current and savings […]

Different cover versions of Animal Farm, a book students can study at GCSE

Animal Farm GCSE – Must-have resources for teachers This curated collection of effective and engaging Animal Farm resources will help you teach this cautionary novel...

Animal Farm chapter 1

Animal Farm chapter 1 – Characters, context and symbolism Use this free, detailed PowerPoint to introduce students to chapter 1 of Animal Farm by George Orwell. You’ll analyse all the major characters introduced in chapter 1 and look for clues about context and deeper symbolic meaning. Students will evaluate how Orwell introduces each character, including Mr Jones, Boxer, Clover, Old Major and more. This […]

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Wesleyan

Is there a ‘right time’ to start planning for life after work? Retirement will bring lots of opportunity for you and your family, both in terms of time and lifestyle. With the right planning in place, you can realise your aspirations – but is there a ‘right time’ to get started? As a leading provider of lifelong specialist financial advice in education, Wesleyan Financial Services help professionals […]

A female teacher next to the words 'We're with you every step, including your next one.'

Wesleyan

How Wesleyan can help you achieve a retirement worth working for As rewarding as teaching is, retirement can be a pretty exciting prospect. It’s the chance to put you and your family first and enjoy time with the people and places you love the most. There’s a lot to consider when thinking about life after work – like how to increase your retirement income, or how […]

Fractions revision PowerPoint

Fractions revision – 100+ slide maths PowerPoint for KS3 / GCSE This comprehensive fractions revision PowerPoint is perfect for KS3/GCSE students. It covers a wide array of essential fraction topics. It’s a versatile tool for reinforcing and expanding students’ understanding of fractions. From finding fractions of amounts to delving into top-heavy fractions and mixed numbers, learners will embark on a comprehensive revision journey. Through illustrative examples […]

Maths quiz – 300+ slides of KS3 / GCSE questions with answers This comprehensive maths quiz PowerPoint is an invaluable resource, offering a diverse range of 30 multiple-choice quizzes spread across over 300 slides. Perfect for KS3 and GCSE students, it covers a wide array of topics crucial for mathematical development. Beyond its utility as a standard quiz tool, this resource serves as a potent assessment for […]

English Language paper 2 question 3 resource

English Language paper 2 question 3 – Language analysis lesson This fully resourced and differentiated lesson helps students to approach AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 3, which focuses on language analysis. It’s ideal preparation for both KS3 and KS4 students getting ready for Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives. The download contains a one-page article about monitoring offenders. The accompanying PowerPoint asks pupils to spot language […]

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Education policy – We need long-term vision & bold opposition Is England's education system suffering from unfulfilled Conservative promises and a lack of ambitious Labour reforms?

KS3 simultaneous equations

KS3 simultaneous equations – Introduce them using area This KS3 simultaneous equations lesson plan uses area to introduce simultaneous equations. Students will move from informal to formal solutions effortlessly. NCETM departmental workshops inspired this lesson plan. You’ll find two NCETM documents included in the download. KS3 simultaneous equations video Begin the lesson by watching this BBC video about solving simultaneous equations using plums […]

Pencil on maths work, representing simultaneous equations questions

Simultaneous equations questions – Top KS3/4 worksheets & lessons Dive into our ultimate resource hub for simultaneous equations questions, from exam practice to quadratic, linear, and graphical problems...

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