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Middle leadership in schools – How to succeed in this tricky role Middle leadership in schools is tough but rewarding. Here's how to succeed in this challenging role...

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Outdoor learning – Ideas for taking your class outside Looking to invigorate your classroom with fresh air and hands-on learning? Explore these engaging outdoor learning ideas designed to captivate and educate your students...

Probability KS3 experiments PDF

Probability KS3 – Dice-rolling and lolly sticks experiments Dice rolling lesson plan In this probability KS3 lesson plan by Colin Foster, students will carry out an experiment to estimate the probability that when they throw three ordinary dice, they will show consecutive numbers. Students will explore how their estimates change as they include more and more throws. This leads to an appreciation of […]

BODMAS order of operations illustration

BODMAS – Why we should be using BOPS instead Virtually every secondary school student in the UK has encountered the order of operations acronym, but there's a problem; it doesn’t always work...

SENCO teacher sitting with smiling student

SENCo – The role, its challenges and how to succeed Being a SENCO means juggling many different roles while managing a challenging workload. Here we share advice about how to excel in this multifaceted role...

KS3 maths trigonometry PowerPoint

KS3 maths trigonometry – Introductory lesson PowerPoint This KS3 maths trigonometry lesson introduces sin, cos and tan, with a little quiz and questions at the the end. KS3 maths trigonometry introduction We use trigonometry to find missing angles and lengths of triangles. Trigonometry uses three functions. These are called: Before they can use sin, cos and tan, pupils need to be able […]

Maths equipment on top of Key Stage 3 maths worksheets

Key Stage 3 maths worksheets – Resources for whole curriculum An entire breakdown of the KS3 maths curriculum in England with worksheets, activities, ideas, PowerPoints and more for every element...

River processes resources

River processes – Real-life context KS3 lesson plan Put river processes into context with a very human dilemma in this free KS3 geography lesson plan… River processes and landforms are an integral part of the geography curriculum, but they can be rather theoretical. This lesson turns meanders into a problem-solving exercise. Cover river processes by taking an imaginary trip down the River Rhine. […]

Range of contraceptives for Sexual Health Week

Sexual Health Week – Great RSE resources to use in 2025 Shed students' shyness, and your own, when discussing sex and relationships by using these great videos, lesson plans and tips...

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ASCL

Enjoy peace of mind and professional growth with ASCL In an era of rapid change and complexity, the role of a senior leader is more challenging than ever. You are the champion of your students and staff, steering them towards success. But as a leader in secondary education, ASCL – the leading professional association and union for leaders in schools, colleges and trusts – […]

Evidence-based leadership poster

Evidence-based leadership – Poster/CPD handout for schools Becoming an evidence-informed school takes more than the appointment of a school research lead. It requires active and committed evidence-based leadership from a school’s SLT. Without the active and full-hearted support of a school’s senior leaders, an evidence-informed school will be more rhetoric than reality. Evidence-based leadership poster In this evidence-based leadership poster, Dr Gary […]

Algebra substitution KS3 maths game

Algebra substitution – KS3 maths game to play in pairs This resource on the topic of algebra substitution gets pupils working in pairs and practising substituting values into expressions. There are two game sheets, differentiated for different ability classes. How to play this algebra substitution game In this KS3 algebra substitution classroom activity, students take it in turns to pick a square on the grid. […]

Much Ado About Nothing GCSE scheme of work

Much Ado About Nothing GCSE – Scheme of work Created for a high attainment Year 9 class working at GCSE level, this Much Ado About Nothing GCSE scheme of work contains a student-led week of work with resources. It includes a writing and reading assessment. You will also use the film to help students analyse the play. Much Ado About Nothing GCSE learning objectives […]

Don John – Quotes and analysis from Much Ado About Nothing Sometimes, the villain of the piece has things to say that can throw light on our understanding of more obviously virtuous characters, says Helen Mears...

LGBT in the army resources

LGBT in the army – British Army LGBTQ+ Voices resources These LGBTQ+ Voices resources help students aged 11–16 build their understanding of the LGBTQ+ community, explore the contributions of LGBT people in the army past and present, and discuss how we can all become better allies to other communities and groups. The resources include materials for a school assembly and a lesson. You can use […]

Collecting like terms worksheet and PowerPoint

Collecting like terms worksheet – KS3 PowerPoint and worksheet This collecting like terms worksheet and PowerPoint helps students simplify algebraic expressions using the addition and subtraction of like terms. The PowerPoint presentation includes a starter activity, hook and plenary. There’s also an explanation of what is and what is not a like term and questions and activities for students. Accompanying the PowerPoint is a […]

Outdoor learning ideas PDF

Outdoor learning ideas – Cross-curricular ideas for KS3 and KS4 Outdoor learning might be most commonly associated with early years and primary, but it can be just effective at Key Stages 3 and 4. This PDF contains outdoor learning ideas across a range of different subject areas… Going outdoors to learn can feel like an unnecessary addition to a challenging day. However, there are many […]

The cover of Teach Secondary Magazine, issue 13.5

Teach Secondary issue 13.5 is OUT NOW! Welcome to the latest issue of Teach Secondary. Readers will notice a few more ‘At the time of writing’s and ‘As we go to press’ mentions than usual this issue. We’re finishing work on it two weeks out from the date of the 2024 General Election, and from this vantage point – short of some extraordinary […]

Olympic medals, representing LA Olympics 2028

LA Olympics 2028 – Gold-medal teaching resources Go for gold with these Olympic-themed activities for classroom and playground...

KS3 poetry lesson plans

KS3 poetry – Identify poetic techniques in song lyrics First KS3 poetry lesson plan Use our first KS3 poetry lesson plan from Susie Musgrove to make poetry relevant to learners by asking them to apply their critical skills to song lyrics… Learning objectives You will need KS3 poetry starter activity As students enter the room, project the lyrics of the chorus of the song […]

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AI in education – Expert tips for using it in your classroom There's lots of big promises surrounding AI, but in reality it's already changing the way we teach. Get on board with this advice from fellow teachers...

Form time ideas PDF

Form time ideas – Literacy and numeracy activities for KS3 & KS4 With the aid of these fast, engaging and – above all – fun form time ideas, you can subtly boost some important cross-curricular skills. These ideas are suitable whether you have ten minutes available or a whole hour. These activities will support students in developing their literacy and numeracy skills – particularly when it comes […]

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Teacher workload – How to reduce it and why it matters For teachers, it's sometimes the 'stuff’ that doesn’t directly concern classroom teaching that saps mental and physical energy. What can be done about it?

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BookTrust

Review – Bookbuzz by Booktrust An imaginative initiative that offers early KS3 children the chance to choose and own a book from a carefully curated selection It has to be the Holy Grail of the literary world – getting 11- to 13-year-olds into reading. Yet I don’t think the difficulty of doing so comes down to lack of choice. Enter […]

Photo collage showing teen 'surfing' a book against bright colours to convey idea of summer study

Summer school – Could pupils benefit from an August programme? Nikki Cunningham-Smith examines the practicalities, risks and benefits of organising a school study programme over the summer months

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