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EEF metacognition poster

EEF metacognition – CPD poster for schools This poster sets out the EEF ‘6 Aspects of Metacognition’ model. This helps support teacher knowledge and planning so that you can mobilise metacognition in the classroom. Metacognition is part of the fabric of successful learning, but it can prove both complex and subtle. With understanding and planning, teachers can help pupils better appraise the […]

Year 6 spelling words worksheet

Year 6 spelling words – ‘-ent’ and ‘-ence’ endings Are you looking for engaging ways to teach Year 6 pupils the difference between -ent and -ence suffixes? This PDF resource provides a structured, interactive approach to these tricky spelling words. It’s ideal for building pupils’ confidence and reinforcing understanding through a variety of activities. The resource begins with warm-up tasks, encouraging pupils to match […]

$Equivalent fractions cards$

Equivalent fractions – Card sort activity for KS2 / KS3 maths This equivalent fractions card sort activity is an engaging and hands-on resource designed to support your KS2 and KS3 pupils in developing their understanding of fractions. The activity is straightforward to prepare – simply print and cut out the cards before the lesson, or ask students to do it. Once ready, pupils can begin sorting […]

Spanish KS2 lesson plan resources

Spanish KS2 – Write Dahl-inspired wacky recipes Use the Spanish version of George’s Marvellous Medicine to write your own wacky recipes in this KS2 lesson plan… Using a favourite story in another language is a great way of exposing young learners to longer texts. Stories are a familiar, non-threatening form for children, and by using a tale that is already known in […]

Money KS2 lesson plan

Money KS2 – Millions By Frank Cottrell Boyce finance lesson plan This KS2 money lesson plan uses Millions by Frank Cottrell Boyce to teach complex economic and personal finance issues in a way that is perfectly age-appropriate… The thought of teaching finance can be daunting, but managing money is an important life skill and one that needs to be developed from a young age. Because money […]

Diverse books PDF

Diverse books – Booklist for Early Years, Primary and Secondary This diverse books PDF resource is a catalogue of must-have fiction books that will teach young people about issues of equality and diversity. Its aim is to provide educators with a list of some of the best books to use in order to begin embedding equality throughout your education provision. Some of these books focus […]

pirate fact file worksheet

Pirate fact file – Narrative and creative writing worksheet Ahoy, teachers! Dive into the world of swashbuckling adventures with this free pirate fact file worksheet. It’s a great way to spark creativity and practise essential writing skills in your classroom. This worksheet invites pupils to either summarise a character from a pirate-themed story they love or invent their very own legendary pirate, complete with […]

Egg teeth experiment PowerPoint for KS1/KS2

Egg teeth experiment – KS1/2 PowerPoint about healthy teeth This lesson plan and comic-style story are designed to teach KS2 pupils about looking after their teeth via an ‘egg teeth’ experiment. Developed with teachers and dental experts, this PowerPoint presentation use a simple ‘egg teeth’ science experiment to introduce the idea of how sugary drinks can affect teeth. Dental health is an important issue. […]

Christmas activities – Best festive resources for EYFS, KS1, KS2 & beyond Deck the school halls ready for the festive season with these creative and educational activities...

Girl dressed in cat costume for World Book Day

World Book Day costume ideas 2025 – Teacher & pupil ideas Do you or your students need inspiration for your character getup this year? Read this list of famous literary characters and pick your fave...

Synonyms worksheet

Synonyms worksheet – Little Red Riding Hood activity This simple synonyms worksheet asks students to find more creative synonyms for typical words found in the traditional tale, Little Red Riding Hood. Words that pupils need to generate synonyms for include: alone, big, brave, dark, go, went and scared. Once they’ve generated their synonyms on the worksheet, students need to choose one of the […]

Kid Normal activities PDF

Kid Normal – KS2 cross-curricular superhero activities Plan a range of superhero-themed activities around the book Kid Normal, an award-winning title by Radio 1 DJs Greg James and Chris Smith… What is Kid Normal about? Murph is a pupil at a secret school where everyone has an awesome power. Mary can fly, Charlie’s eyes emit heat rays and even Hilda can conjure […]

James and the Giant Peach book topic

James and the Giant Peach KS2 – Cross-curricular activities Use this James and the Giant Peach KS2 planning to teach students about the importance of friendship through a range of activities. Then look into the science of James and the Giant Peach using an actual piece of fruit. James and the Giant Peach has its fair share of sadness and angst. However, used sensitively […]

Connect 4 maths games KS2

KS1 maths games – Sum and difference Connect 4 pack These Connect 4-style KS1 maths games help children to develop a strong ‘number feel’ and early calculation strategies. They are also simple and enjoyable to play! Played in pairs, take turns to roll two dice: either find the sum or the difference of the numbers on the dice and choose the number to cross off. […]

Safeguarding quiz

Safeguarding quiz – Staff PowerPoint of questions and answers This safeguarding quiz PowerPoint contains 128 slides of multiple-choice questions, ideal for staff briefings. Each set of 10-12 questions covers a mix of topics. Topics covered include: Safeguarding quiz The safeguarding quiz slides encompass a wide range of safeguarding areas to ensure staff are well-informed across all critical areas of safeguarding. The quiz uses multiple-choice […]

Partitioning worksheet for KS2

Partitioning – 3-digit number worksheet for KS2 This free KS2 partitioning worksheet offers a structured approach to understanding 3-digit numbers through hands-on activities that reinforce essential place value skills. Designed for classroom use or home practice, it ensures pupils grasp the concept of partitioning. This worksheet engages learners with a variety of tasks, ensuring that they not only practise partitioning but also […]

Free writing activity sheets for KS2 and KS3

Writing activity sheets – 15 news stories + KS2 writing challenges Each of these free writing activity sheets for KS2 and KS3 contain a hand-picked story from children’s current affairs magazine, The Week Junior. The accompanying creative resources that go with each news story are written by experienced teachers. We’ve made it so the activities can be used for 10-minute writing warm-ups and for homework, but you’ll […]

Doubling games cards

Doubling games – Card activity for KS1/2 maths These doubling games cards are a fantastic resource for teaching doubling up to 20. Each card features numbers displayed in ten-frames to help children visualise and internalise these key number facts. Designed with simplicity and effectiveness in mind, this doubling game encourage children to engage in active recall. This is crucial for embedding these facts […]

Geological timeline

Geological timeline – Cut-out and colour-in spiral activity This geological timeline spiral is a fun and engaging way to explore Earth’s history. Ideal for primary classrooms or at home, it helps children learn about the vast time periods and the animals and plants that lived in each one. The activity combines colouring, cutting and assembling into a hands-on project. Learn Earth’s history The […]

Maya civilisation KS2 history lesson plan

Maya civilisation KS2 – History lesson plan No one can say for certain why Maya city life came to a sudden end. That’s what makes this Maya civilisation KS2 lesson plan so intriguing… The Maya of Central America were, according to many historians, the most successful Mesoamerican (Stone Age) society, much more prolific than the Aztecs or Incas. Their society developed in […]

Inventions lesson plan

Inventions lesson plan – Space challenge resource pack In this Little Inventors lesson plan, students will learn about life in space then draw their invention ideas to make an astronaut’s life easier or more fun. The download contains: Learning objectives Sample inventions lesson plan activity Give children the Diary of an Astronaut activity sheet. Ask them to imagine they are an astronaut in […]

RSPB Birdwatch counting sheets

RSPB Birdwatch – 2025 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 see. RSPB Birdwatch 2025 dates The RSPB Birdwatch takes place during the spring term (early January to February half term). […]

Human rights KS2 lesson plan

Human rights KS2 – Teach pupils to stand up for their rights As a child, what are those rights and what can you do to uphold them? Phoebe Lill explores advocacy in this KS2 human rights lesson. As human beings, we all have fundamental rights and freedoms. Children need to understand this, know they have their own rights and learn to stand up for what is important […]

Welsh in Patagonia lesson plan

Welsh in Patagonia – Write reports about this cultural link Where would you expect to find Welsh language speakers? Swansea, Anglesey, Gwynedd? How about Patagonia in Argentina? When a simple, yet intriguing, fact popped up on my online newsfeed about a Welsh settlement in Patagonia, South America, it started a journey of discovery for me and my class. This led to outstanding geographical, historical, social […]

Happy children wearing school uniform

School uniform – How schools get it right and wrong We weigh up the pros and cons of school uniforms, from purportedly promoting equality and focus, to the financial burden on parents...

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