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Plant growing out of pile of coins, representing school fundraising ideas

School fundraising ideas – How to secure the money you need What fundraising avenues are available to schools and what does it take to generate revenue in an effective, sustainable way? Join us as we find out...

Cultural capital – What it is, and why your students need it Join us as we explore the importance of cultural capital and the ways it enriches students' experiences...

KS2 non fiction writing lesson plan

KS2 non fiction writing – Write a guidebook about your area Imagine a KS2 non fiction writing lesson in which children write a guidebook. Now imagine the same lesson, but this time a tourist company has commissioned a guidebook that must blow away the competition. Which is better? Most children love it when you choose them for a special task. In fact, some will put their […]

Present progressive tense – KS1/KS2 worksheets & resources Looking for top resources and ideas to teach the present progressive tense in KS1 and KS2? This list has you covered with engaging games, worksheets and activities...

Teacher working with pupils with SLCN

SLCN – What schools need to know to support children Learn what SLCN means, how to identify it in children and how best to support them, with real-life examples from UK schools...

Adverts KS2 lesson plan

Adverts KS2 – Analyse advertising techniques & create your own As well as encouraging a more critical attitude towards adverts, this KS2 lesson develops children’s media skills. They’ll work in multi-role teams to produce a short advert promoting a cause that they care about. The children in your class are exposed to many adverts across a range of media. Do you ever wonder how critical […]

Roald Dahl books – Teaching their subversive themes in class Roald Dahl’s books are often hilarious, packed with larger-than-life characters, imaginative settings and humorous situations. But behind these there are also thought-provoking issues and questions for children to consider, says creative learning consultant, writer and former teacher, Carey Fluker Hunt… Dahl is a master storyteller and his books simply fizz with memorable characters and outrageous happenings. […]

Teaching handwriting – Best strategies and resources In this comprehensive guide on teaching handwriting, we explore essential strategies, resources and tips to help you effectively develop your students’ handwriting skills… Why is teaching handwriting important? There’s plenty of emphasis on handwriting in the EYFS profile, and throughout the KS1 and KS2 English national curriculum. The national curriculum guidance states that there should […]

Child planning out story writing

Story writing – Best storyboard templates & creative writing ideas Whether it's writing short stories, creating comic strips or filmmaking, every tale needs the right structure to be told well...

Morning Challenge resources

Morning Challenge – Free morning tasks for Years 1-6 Morning Challenge provides fun and engaging daily educational resources for primary-aged students, helping you save valuable time. All the resources are designed for full-screen viewing on an interactive whiteboard. Here we’re offering a variety of sample resources from Morning Challenge. The pack contains wellbeing, maths and English resources, plus classic morning resources for both KS1 […]

Talk partners high-fiving each other

Talk partners – The what, the why and the how Learn the most effective way to use this classroom staple, including important dos and don'ts, with this advice from Jack Dabell, education advisor at Tapestry...

Young pupils in class, representing adaptive teaching

Adaptive teaching – What it looks like & why it’s important Adaptive teaching is about making reflective, real-time observations that allow you to change your teaching on the go...

Character description – Best resources for KS1/KS2 Create characters with depth, desires and three dimensions with these excellent activities, ideas, lesson plans and more...

Design and Technology Progression Framework guidance

Design and Technology Progression Framework – Guidance The Design and Technology Progression Framework (included in this download) was developed by the Design and Technology Association in collaboration with the National Curriculum Expert Group for D&T. Design and Technology Progression Framework guidance This download contains a document full of guidance for teachers on understanding the Framework, covering: There are also ideas for how […]

Mother’s Day ideas 2025 – Easy card and craft ideas for schools Help children celebrate Mother's Day with these themed activities and ideas for primary school...

Red Nose Day activities – Best 2025 school resources Friday 21st March is Red Nose Day – here's some ideas for having fun and fundraising for a great cause...

Teacher burnout work-life balance self-evaluation worksheet

Teacher burnout – Self-evaluation worksheet Raise awareness of teacher burnout with this free ‘Wheel of Teaching’ wellbeing resource. Teaching is one of the most fulfilling careers, but it can also be exhausting. Long hours, endless paperwork and the emotional demands of supporting pupils can quickly lead to teacher burnout. That’s why it’s crucial to take a step back, reflect and […]

Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 – Classroom resources and activities Tackle some serious issues and open a dialogue about mental health in your classroom with these resources...

Yoga in primary schools activity PDF

Yoga in primary schools – 5-minute poem and stretching exercise Want to introduce yoga into your primary school? This beautifully structured yoga routine for primary schools combines movement, breathwork and poetry to guide children through a series of gentle stretches inspired by nature. As they embody a tree, rain, a mountain and a growing seed, children will improve their physical awareness. They’ll also experience a […]

Safer Internet Day 2025 – Resources, lessons and ideas Use Safer Internet Day this February to educate children about being responsible online, with these fun, informative resources...

Thinking maps templates and lesson plan

Thinking maps – 8 free templates and how to use them If you’re still only using sheets of differentiated questions to develop reading comprehension, it’s time to update your practice with thinking maps, says Nikki Gamble… It’s 10am on Monday and the literacy lesson in Green class is in full swing. The children are well-organised and appear to be working purposefully on the task at hand. […]

Mental health worksheets

Mental health worksheets – Free printable activity sheets for KS2+ Use these free mental health worksheets to help children and young people understand what drains and recharges their emotional and mental energy. The separate resources for primary (Year 5 up) and secondary (Year 8 up) encourage reflection on daily stressors and restorative activities, providing practical tools for managing emotional wellbeing. Primary mental health worksheets The […]

LGBT History Month 2025 – Best resources for primary & secondary February is LGBT History Month so we've rounded up some great resources that you can use to educate and celebrate...

Emotional literacy – Passport intervention worksheet & advice This emotional literacy PDF is a tool designed to promote pupils’ confidence and resilience, their skills of organisation and presentation, and their attitude to their learning – all through improved understanding of themselves. How to use this emotional literacy resource This emotional literacy passport is a tool to promote pupils’ confidence and resilience, their skills […]

Hogarth Primary schoolchildren standing in outdoor area

Hogarth Primary – From failing school to inspiring community A passionate leadership team has transformed Brentwood’s once failing Hogarth Primary into a vibrant and inspiring community...

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