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Number day ideas resources

Number Day ideas – KS1/2 activities for NSPCC Number Day Use these activity ideas and downloadable resources on Number Day to help raise awareness for the NSPCC, and engage in some maths fun at the same time... There are many different ways to celebrate Number[...]

British Science Week school activity

British Science Week – Best 2026 stress-free experiments and ideas Get children excited about British Science Week in March with these great worksheets, lesson plans, resources, activities and ideas...

Safer Internet Day 2026 – Resources, lessons and ideas Use Safer Internet Day this February to educate children about being responsible online, with these fun, informative resources...

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Curriculum and assessment review – What it means for teachers The government’s latest curriculum shake-up is here – but what changes will teachers actually see?

A group of school students visiting Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle

Make history unforgettable with a trip to Warwick Castle A living, breathing testament to over a thousand years of British History, Warwick Castle will immerse your pupils in the past, says Ruth Astley… Studying history is more than just memorising dates and events. Real[...]

Schoolboy doing FASE reading

FASE reading – An approach that improves confidence & fluency For improvements in reading confidence and fluency, try the FASE approach...

Girl reading book, representing writing for a purpose

Writing for a purpose – Why the reader matters from day one Writing for meaning and purpose requires more than syntactical and grammatical accuracy; pupils must be aware of their audience, argue Penny Slater and Ellen Counter...

Mini shopping trolley on laptop keyboard, representing procurement in schools

Procurement in schools – How to make it work for you How smart procurement in schools can save time, improve resources and deliver real benefits for pupils...

Mock-up illustration of a yellow wet floor warning sign that reads 'caution - toxic masculinity', representing misogyny in schools

Misogyny in schools – How to tackle it in primary & secondary What draws boys to misogynistic messaging and how can educators tackle this culture from the very beginning of formal education? Join us as we explore the issue...

Lesson plan about building a weather-proof shelter for a Lego figure

Build a weather-proof shelter for a Lego figure Combine construction skills and materials knowledge to build a hideout for a mini fugitive... The rain drummed on our classroom windows as I recounted the tale of the Chartist Caves – real 19th-century hideouts used[...]

Marked spelling test

Spelling tests – Why do we still make kids do them? The dreaded weekly spelling test is causing serious self-esteem issues for pupils across the country. For what purpose, asks Dan Batchelor...

Winter art lesson plan

Winter art – Create striking monochrome views Stay wrapped up warm in the classroom and follow this art lesson plan to create striking winter views through a window... The chilly winter days have us reaching for hats, gloves and scarves in preparation[...]

Fruits in French medium term plan

Fruits in French – Six-week medium term plan with resources Bringing language learning to life through practical, hands-on activities – such as food tasting – is an excellent way to engage pupils and develop their confidence in expressing opinions in French. In this unit, pupils[...]

Character passport

Character passport – Use them to encourage reading for pleasure Create engaging ‘character passport’ activities that boost reading for pleasure, develop key literacy skills and help pupils build empathy and deeper comprehension...

Short story writing author-led resources for KS1 and KS2

Short story writing – Author-led resources for KS1 and KS2 Celebrate National Storytelling Week with this variety of story writing activities for KS1 and KS2. They will help to inspire a love of story creation and storytelling. These activities allow pupils to experience writing as[...]

A playcrete table tennis table in a school field

Playcrete

Serve up some fun at lunch time with Playcrete’s table tennis tables! Encourage your children to get active, connect with their peers and have fun outdoors... Get pupils active and talking Playcrete's concrete table tennis tables are the perfect addition to your school playground. They transform breaktimes[...]

Two primary school children engaging with an interactive exhibit at Cadbury World

Cadbury World

Maya civilisation – Bring it to life via a Cadbury World trip Cadbury World offers a unique and engaging experience that connects modern life with the legacy of the ancient Maya civilisation, explains Ruth Astley... As a passionate teacher of history, even I've found teaching the Maya[...]

A selection of SEA LIFE educational resources

SEA LIFE

Conservation resources – Inspire sustainability with SEA LIFE Ruth Astley explains how SEA LIFE’s marine conservation resources inspire pupils with hands-on classroom activities... As a teacher, I have a deep-seated passion for igniting curiosity and wonder in my pupils. I'm constantly searching for[...]

A young boy building LEGO in front of a poster display

The Institution of Engineering and Technology

Delve into the power of playful learning with FIRST® LEGO® League Explore Have you joined FIRST® LEGO® League Explore, the exciting STEM programme for six-to-nine-year-olds? This is more than just building with LEGO®. It’s a gateway to coding, curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Through hands-on STEM learning, children[...]

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe in Berlin

Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 – Best teaching resources for primary and secondary Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on 27th January – use these resources to get involved and educate your students...

RSPB Birdwatch counting sheets

RSPB Birdwatch – 2026 school resources and survey sheets The RSPB Birdwatch is a UK-wide survey of birds. The Big Schools Birdwatch is a special school version of the initiative. Every year, 60,000 children take part, spending an hour outside recording the wildlife they[...]

A group children with a guide at The Paddington Bear Experience

The Paddington Bear™ Experience

Book your trip to The Paddington Bear™ Experience Step into Paddington's world and enjoy an educational adventure for all ages… The Paddington Bear™ Experience’s live actors and interactive gameplay will immerse your pupils in an unforgettable educational adventure that brings the beloved world[...]

A Christmas-themed image showing a sack of books

Reading Eggs

Bring festive joy to your classroom with 12 free Christmas eBooks from Reading Eggs This Christmas, Reading Eggs is bringing festive cheer straight to your classroom with 12 free Christmas eBooks, created especially for early readers. Each book is packed with colourful illustrations, joyful storylines and accessible text that[...]

A group of secondary school students looking at a mobile phone

First News TeachKit: Media & Information Literacy

Review – First News Media & Information Literacy TeachKit A toolkit to instil essential life skills in your pupils... In a world where anyone can publish anything, our pupils are growing up surrounded by information that is constant, chaotic, and not always credible. They[...]

Children in school uniform sitting on wall, representing pupil premium

Pupil premium – Are we spending it wrong? Every pound of pupil premium counts – but are schools investing in flashy extras or the strategies that truly help disadvantaged pupils succeed?

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