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The Institution of Engineering and Technology

Engage your pupils with FREE resources from the IET The Institution of Engineering and Technology shares four themed collections of educational activities to inspire learners across KS1 and KS2… Coronation of King Charles III – fun, free celebration-themed activities The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is bringing the Coronation celebrations to your classroom through the wonder and excitement of STEM (science, technology, engineering […]

Hope Education

5 reasons to love E.a.R.L. 2 – Hope Education’s new coding companion! Beverley Smalley, teacher and education specialist at Hope Education, explains what this small but feature-packed robot has to offer your pupils… E.a.R.L. 2 is our brand new and improved robot! He’s packed with a host of fabulous features to make him irresistible to children of all ages, and with his friendly alien face and light-up […]

Teaching PE in primary schools – How to make the perfect plan Think outside the timetable, connect with parents, and consider whole-school activities to help bolster your sport provision

Skills for life – Preparing SEND pupils for the post-primary world Find out how one award-winning school is preparing pupils with SEND for the big wide world, with skills for life

Neurodiversity in schools – A letter to my ND colleagues Openly discussing neurodiversity in schools may be difficult, but it opens the door to true inclusivity for colleagues and children

Activities to teach kindness – 6 ideas Bring out your inner Miss Honey and get your welcome face on for these activities to teach kindness...

Hope Education

Teaching phonics with tactile technology Hope Education’s Electronic Phonics develops early reading and spelling skills through fun games and practice. Ideal for interventions and SEND support, it was Highly Commended at the Bett awards in 2022. We asked Hope’s Alex Hayes to review the product for us. So Alex, tell us more about Electronic Phonics… Electronic Phonics is an innovative, screen-free […]

PE games KS1 – watch out for the Alien Invasion! Engage all pupils in fun and inclusive KS1 PE games, while promoting skills progress for all, says Neil Hetherington

CUSP curriculum – We built a model that lets teachers work their magic Clear guidance, academic rigour, and space for creativity is what makes CUSP the key to Kedington Primary School’s success...

The Schools & Academies Show

The Schools & Academies Show is back! Read on to discover why you should be a part of the UK’s leading education policy event… The Schools & Academies Show will return to the ExCeL, London on 17 May 2023, once again bringing together school leaders from across the country to connect, spark new ideas, hear from the sector’s most influential speakers, and explore the […]

Jigsaw puzzle brain representing school exclusion

School exclusion – how to support SEND pupils in primary Persistent absence, suspension and school exclusion are more common among pupils with SEND, so what can we do about it?

Kate Jones retrieval practice templates (2)

Kate Jones retrieval practice – Editable retrieval grids learning resources Guilty of delivering lots of new content in lessons but rarely asking students to recall that knowledge? This Kate Jones retrieval practice template will help you break the habit. This fantastic resource was created by Kate Jones, a teacher, leader, author, blogger, keynote speaker and podcaster. Evidence-based education resource Simply download this editable Powerpoint template, […]

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Teaching computing – configure your best lesson yet Don’t get hung up on the tools – you have all the teaching skills you need to nail computing classes, says Sway Grantham...

Computing in primary schools – how to get the most out of your budget Turn one laptop into three with a data-driven spending plan. (It’s really not as scary as it sounds)

Blank Storyboard Templates

Storyboard template – Blank printable PDF for KS1 and KS2 These printable storyboard template PDF downloads include both portrait and landscape options. Each features a variety of layouts with different numbers of panels and space for students to write. Portrait storyboard template options Landscape storyboard template options Browse more story writing resources. Using storyboards for narrative writing at primary school Former teacher Sue Drury explores […]

Adoption in education – 10 ways to help children feel welcome Never mind heartstring-pulling Christmas adverts, making adopted children feel comfortable can be more complicated than we first thought...

INSET days – the antithesis of school development… Big changes are not always the best way to improve teaching and learning. It’s the small, manageable goals that matter...

Poetry in primary schools – why bother learning poems by heart? Far from an old-fashioned pastime for the posh, committing verse to memory can open all sorts of doors for your pupils...

Lesson plan template – Best downloads and advice for UK teachers Save time preparing your lessons with this collection of printable templates for all age groups...

HFL Education

Book now for HFL Education’s online primary English conference: Word-Utopia The vocabulary gap has widened for many pupils as a result of the pandemic, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds: join us on Wednesday 8th February 2023 at the HFL Education National Primary English Conference to explore this vital aspect of children’s development. Primary English subject leaders, teachers and leaders are invited to refresh their thinking around children’s language development with […]

Valentine's colouring book front cover

Valentine’s colouring pages – Printable colouring sheets for schools Free Valentine’s colouring collection Improve pupils’ motor skills and encourage careful colouring with these lovely Valentine’s colouring pages. These themed images can be printed out and given out to children in class or at breaktime as you learn all about Saint Valentine and the history of Valentine’s Day. Heart colouring pictures Keep children busy with […]

World Book Day activities primary resource pack

World Book Day activities – Story Express primary resource pack Celebrate books and reading in your classroom Plan this year’s World Book Day activities with this exciting whole-school resource pack. It’s packed with inspiring ideas – perfect for use in primary schools. There are separate World Book Day ideas for KS1 children and KS2 children. Pick which best suits your class from this handy pack. […]

Mixing classes? – Wait until you read this… "I felt the same feelings of betrayal and sadness my daughter was feeling. We were let down through either incompetence or laziness."

Music CPD – three steps to effective and efficient training A personalised approach and encouraging confidence go a long way in effective subject CPD, says Liz Stafford...

SENCo and DSL – How to streamline both workloads Designated safeguarding leads and SENCos both have demanding and specific roles, says Sara Alston, so how can we help them work together?

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