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SEND assessment – How to support pupils waiting for diagnosis Three practical strategies can make sure children awaiting SEND assessment don’t fall through the cracks...

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Self-determination theory – What it is and how to use it Some small tweaks to our practice can be the key to better learning, motivation and long-term happiness...

Past progressive tense resources

Past progressive tense – Examples, worksheets & teaching advice What is past progressive tense? Sometimes the past progressive tense is known as the past continuous tense. This is probably a better term to help remember what it is referring to. Past progressive describes actions that were ongoing in the past and were interrupted or happened at a specific time. Why does the past progressive […]

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Climate action plan – Why you need one and what it includes Why taking climate action at your school is easier – and more worthwhile – than you think...

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Digital and technology standards – What they mean for schools What are the new digital and technology requirements, and what do they mean for primary schools and teachers?

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Sports day – How to use it to fuel pupils’ personal growth Use sports day as an opportunity to demonstrate how perseverance and resilience can fuel personal growth and success for pupils...

The Boy with Big Decisions resources

The Boy with Big Decisions – ‘Turning point’ scene WAGOLL Peer inside the mind of author Helen Rutter and help pupils understand how to show characters at a turning point in the story with this WAGOLL based on The Boy with Big Decisions. The Boy with Big Decisions uses the literary technique of branching narratives to build a story. A branching narrative structure is one […]

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The Schools & Academies Show

Registration for the SAAS Birmingham is officially LIVE! Mark your calendars as the Schools & Academies Show is returning to the NEC, Birmingham for two days of education innovation and inspiration on 19 and 20 November 2025. Registration for the public sector has officially launched, and you can now register your pass to be a part of what is set to be an […]

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Collins Big Cat

Review – New Collins Big Cat information books A wide-ranging series of ability-levelled information books, covering a variety of non-fiction genres… Sometimes my job isn’t fair. I receive a set fee for writing a review, for which I then allocate a certain amount of time to getting to know the given product before putting fingertips to keyboard. It therefore simply doesn’t make economic […]

The front cover of Teach Primary magazine issue 19.5

Teach Primary issue 19.5 is OUT NOW! Well, it’s here – the last term of the year. With another academic season under your belt, how are you feeling? Hopefully, you’ll be revelling in a sense of hard work well done, and a soon-to-be break well deserved. However, I’m fully aware that some of you might feel like you’re crawling towards the finish […]

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Bloomsbury Education

Review – The Kindness Quest An engaging activity book aimed at fostering kindness amongst primary school children… Do we really need a training manual on how to be kind these days? [Looks at news, world events, etc.] Actually, this might be exactly what we need. It does feel rather dispiriting that the concept of spreading kindness seems to have lost […]

Clean air in schools poster

Clean Air for Kids – Clean air in schools poster Did you know that 95% of UK schools are located in areas where air pollution exceeds the World Health Organisation’s recommended limits? Or that indoor air quality can be up to five times worse than outdoor air? These are just two of the powerful, research-backed facts featured on this impactful poster – a must-have resource […]

Collins Big Cat Progress Handbook

Collins Big Cat Progress Handbook – Free teacher guide This Collins Big Cat Progress Handbook is a comprehensive guide designed to support teachers working with struggling or reluctant readers, primarily in Key Stage 2. It focuses on the Collins Big Cat Progress strand, which is part of the wider Collins Big Cat reading series – a well-established programme known for its high-quality, engaging fiction […]

Collins Big Cat KS2 books

Collins Big Cat – 20 years of inspiring confident, curious readers We explore the origins, impact and guiding principles of this ground-breaking programme – and discover why it continues to ignite a love of reading in classrooms across the country...

Phases of the moon KS2 medium term plan

Phases of the moon KS2 – Medium-term plan Take KS2 pupils on a celestial journey to understand the phases of the moon and its role both in nature, and in culture… How can the Moon, that’s so very far away, help us notice what’s happening on our doorstep? The Moon is a source of wonder and has many influences on Earth; not least […]

Air resistance KS2 lesson plan

Air resistance KS2 – Build & test a model wind turbine Use sustainability and renewable energy to explain forces with this KS2 air resistance lesson plan from Dr Jo Montgomery… Whilst renewable energy isn’t in the primary science curriculum for England, it can provide an engaging, relevant context for learning about forces in Year 5, and also links to Year 4 and Year 6 electricity topics. […]

Climate change for kids – Best global warming teaching resources Learn all about Greta Thunberg, Extinction Rebellion, the climate crisis protests, carbon emissions and more with these worksheets, lesson plans and other resources for schools...

Worldview lesson plan

Worldview – What drives people to care for the Earth? Why should we care for the environment? Compare different worldviews to find some answers in this KS2 lesson plan from Matthew Lane… Children face a world shaped by climate change, deforestation and biodiversity loss, so including the topic in our teaching is a must. This lesson introduces how Christianity and the non-religious worldview of ethical […]

Critical thinking lesson plans

Critical thinking lesson plans – KS1 and KS2 ideas and worksheets Why teach critical thinking? For children, critical thinking is a skill that we can introduce to encourage lateral thinking and build pupils’ confidence. Being able to think critically helps children develop their own opinions and, importantly, gives them the agency to lead happy and healthy lives. Critical thinking is an essential skill to complement fact and knowledge-based […]

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Acer UK

Acer and Intel transform learning with AI at Millgate School Millgate School, a leader in special education, has partnered with Acer and Intel® to revolutionise its learning environment. Acer TravelMate laptops, powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors for teachers and Intel® Core™ processors for students, are empowering educators and students to achieve more. AI-powered education AI is transforming Millgate’s classrooms. Teachers use Intel® Core™ Ultra […]

Pride Month 2023 icons

Pride Month 2025 – Best ideas and resources for schools Educate pupils and celebrate LGBTQ+ pride this June with these activities, ideas and other resources...

Back to school activities

Back-to-school activities – Great 2025 ideas and resources From icebreakers and getting-to-know-you activities to behaviour tips and starter ideas, here's everything you need to kickstart the new school year...

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iTRACK Education

Smarter maths assessments for primary schools Actionable data The real power lies in the reporting. Every iTRACK test is mapped to curriculum objectives and delivers instant, easy-to-understand analysis, so you know exactly what pupils have mastered and where to focus next. With automatic gap analysis, including question-level insights, you can pinpoint strengths and areas for improvement at a glance. From individual […]

Insect Week resource pack

Insect Week – Free minibeast resource pack for schools This engaging activities pack for Insect Week, British Science Week or any time of year helps primary pupils find out about minibeasts through fun, hands-on learning. It’s a brilliant way to introduce minibeasts and biodiversity in a cross-curricular context. What is Insect Week? Insect Week takes place across the UK at the end of June […]

Great Big Green Week resource pack

Great Big Green Week – Free climate change resources This comprehensive activity pack will help primary pupils explore and understand climate change in a meaningful, age-appropriate way. It supports Great Big Green Week but you can also use the activities on Earth Day (22nd April) or World Environment Day (5th June) to raise environmental awareness and promote eco-friendly thinking. What is Great Big Green […]

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