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How to teach reading – We improved progress with this lesson structure Dump the boring books and reenergise poetry and prose with this simple lesson structure

KS2 writing exemplification – Learn to write like an American President The pen is more powerful than the sword, so lean into lessons from some of the US’ finest, and teach your class to compose like a Commander in Chief

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 […]

End of year bingo card

Start or end of year bingo – Free download for schools Start or end of year bingo is a fun way to celebrate either the start or end of the academic year at your school. This activity provides an opportunity for both you and your pupils to unwind, relax and have some fun. After all, if you’re using this as an end of term activity, you’ve […]

Geography KS2 – Take a six-week trip across the USA Explore the United States with your pupils, applying all sorts of skills to help them develop in geography KS2.

Earth Day activities – the maths of plastic bags Explore Earth Day from a mathematical perspective and delve into the numbers of plastic bags with Catherine Casey

Atmosphere KS2 WAGOLL classroom resource

Atmosphere KS2 – Help pupils create a captivating mood Peer inside the mind of the author, and help pupils understand how to create a captivating atmosphere with their writing...

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...

Concept maps – How I use them to assess knowledge Use this tried and tested approach, using hexagons and concept maps to assess knowledge in history, geography and RE

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 […]

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 […]

Ancient Egyptians KS2 – Take your class on a time-travelling adventure! One of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time was made by a young boy – a fact that’s sure to make the Ancient Egyptians irresistible to your class, says MA Bennett

Ancient Egyptians KS2 – Free teaching pack Use these bespoke teaching resources to support your class's Ancient Egyptians topic, and delve into MA Bennett's The Mummy's Curse...

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, […]

Teaching computing graphic

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...

Strategies for improving writing in primary schools – 6 easy ideas Check out these six ideas for how paired and group work can support the development of writing in your class...

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...

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