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Illustration of team working together to build a rocket, representing attachment disorder

Attachment aware schools – Why a relational approach really makes a difference You probably already use the relational approach, but explicitly putting it at the heart of all you do is vital, says Karen Pilling...

The silent tapping technique and nattylala – NLP and EFT wellness techniques for teachers I am Judy Bartkowiak and I run NLP & EFT Kids, a family coaching practice in Burnham, Buckinghamshire, UK. I help children and teenagers overcome whatever is getting in the way of them being their best and happiest self. I train others in these skills all over the world. Children arrive at school with worries, […]

Danone

Danone’s Eat Like a Champ programme launches updated healthy, sustainable lifestyle resources for primary school pupils Danone has revitalised its popular Eat Like a Champ resources, placing sustainability at the heart of the free, evidence-based healthy eating education programme. Since it’s launch in 2010, the programme has already reached over half a million children in the UK. With the updated content for 2020, Eat Like a Champ aims to engage and […]

NAHT Discovery Education Pathway

5 reasons to try… NAHT Discovery Education Pathway Support teacher wellbeing and career progression with this holistic programme… 30-second briefing The NAHT and Discovery Education Pathway programme brings a fresh approach to CPD by offering a blend of personal and professional development courses for teachers and leaders. It is a holistic programme that supports the continuous professional empowerment of teachers and leaders in […]

NACE – Boost more-able learners with cognitive challenge Building cognitive challenge into your curriculum and pedagogy will help your most able pupils to flourish, says Dr Ann McCarthy...

Crick Software

Clicker 8 – The latest version of the popular literacy support tool for primary and SEN classrooms At a glance New version of popular literacy support resource Expanded library of curriculum support materials Enhanced functionality for users New features for teachers New analytics function to monitor pupil performance Clicker 8 for Windows/Mac is the latest incarnation of the highly popular literacy support tool, created by multi-award-winning Crick Software. For iPad and Chromebook […]

British-Sign.co.uk

Introducing British Sign Language Online signing course which acts as a comprehensive introduction for anybody interested in learning BSL… At a glance Independent lessons allow for sequential or modular learning Themes allow you to focus on your area of interest Clear and easy-to-interpret illustrations Video support for extra accessibility Mirror function allows you to practise back to yourself (webcam […]

Use primary maths resources from NCETM and White Rose Maths to improve your maths planning Beth Smith explains how new advice from the DfE and NCETM can help you to focus on key learning in maths and support children to build strong foundations...

Inclusive schools – Muslim children’s books like Planet Omar can have a huge positive impact on pupils’ relationship with reading It's essential that all children know that they can be the heroes in stories too, says Zanib Mian...

EAL in schools – How can I improve pupils’ academic skills without making them feel as if they have to abandon who they are? Dr Monica Grey offers advice to a teacher who has students from many different cultures...

Speech Link Multimedia

5 Reasons to try Infant Language Link Find out how this SLCN package can support you to close the attainment gap… 30-second briefing The award-winning Infant Language Link is an online assessment and intervention package enabling schools to identify and provide timely support for children with language difficulties. Suitable for children aged 4 to 8 years, it combines standardised assessment, built-in training, […]

Year 2 spelling words – 13 of the best worksheets and resources for KS1 SPaG Help young learners get a good grasp on spelling before they get to KS2 with these activities, ideas, games and more...

CPD for teachers – What is character education and why is it more important than ever? What is a ‘school of character’ and why has the pandemic made it more important than ever? Michael Fullard explains...

Mae Jemison book activities

Mae Jemison book – Black history KS1/2 book topic Use Nathan Bryon and Dapo Adeola’s Mae Jemison book, Look Up!, to learn about the first African-American woman in space… Every child has a dream – they want to be ballet dancers, football players, vets, pop stars. Rocket, star of Look Up!, wants to be an astronaut more than anything in the world (and the […]

Past progressive tense – Best worksheets and resources for KS1 and KS2 English The past progressive tense can seem like a confusing contradiction of terms, but these worksheets, activities and ideas will help your students get to grips with this grammar element...

Reading for pleasure research – How to find out pupils’ views on what entices them to read Inform your practice by using creative methods to seek out pupils’ views on what entices them to read for pleasure, says Dr Geraldine Magennis...

Child poverty – Poorer primary pupils are falling further behind than ever, even before the pandemic hit Poorer primary pupils are nine months of learning behind by the end of Y6 and even before the pandemic, the gap was getting bigger, says Natalie Perera…

SEND teaching assistants – Should you use the ‘velcro’ or ‘helicopter’ models of teaching? Having a TA stuck permanently to their side means children don’t develop the skills to learn independently, says Sara Alston...

Bedrock Learning

Discover why teachers and students love Bedrock Learning Research abounds on the devastating long-term impact of a poor vocabulary – a child’s vocabulary at the age of 4 is a reliable predictor of their academic attainment at 18. The 2018 Oxford Language Report revealed 49% of Year 1 pupils have such a limited vocabulary that it affects their learning, while in a recent […]

David Olusoga’s schooldays – “There was no point reporting racist incidents; my teachers were racist themselves” David Olusoga recalls how his time at school, against a backdrop of near ubiquitous racism, was less about learning and more about survival

8 ways to engage with disadvantaged families Lucy Flower explains how to connect with hard-to-reach parents and strengthen your school’s community links...

Teacher stress – I left a toxic work environment and my teaching has never been better The headteacher at my new school trusts his staff and as a result, my teaching has never been better, says our anonymous teacher...

JTRS

5 Ways a Mac Enhances Creativity Without a doubt, choosing to install Mac in your school is a sensible choice. They are powerful, robust and secure machines that will outlive other pieces of technology. More importantly, however, choosing to install Mac is an exciting choice. No device can fire up the imagination, extend innovation and cultivate creativity like a Mac. Here […]

5 Strategies for post-pandemic learning gaps “Teachers can only do so much” Dr Mary Richardson outlines five strategies for navigating the learning gaps and uncertainty schools can expect to encounter over the coming academic year.

Teaching creative writing – Comedy writing is a powerful shared experience Comedy writing is a powerful shared experience that gives children a great sense of achievement, says Simon James Green...

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