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Victorian inventors KS2 – STEM resource pack This Victorian inventors KS2 resource pack, made in partnership with the V&A, uses the inventions of the past to inspire inventors of the future...

This free Victorian inventors KS2 resource pack uses inventions of the past to inspire inventors of the future. The aim is to inspire kids to draw original, ingenious, funny, fantastical or perfectly practical invention ideas, with no limits...

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Teacher shouting – Is it ever necessary to raise your voice in class? Teacher shouting – should we ever resort to it? We explore practical strategies to help you avoid this potentially harmful strategy...

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Local history KS1 – Local park lesson plan Instead of far-flung places, engage pupils in the past through their own familiar spaces with this local history KS1 lesson plan...

Instead of far-flung places, try engaging pupils in the past through their own familiar spaces. This local history KS1 lesson plan from Bev Forrest will enable KS1 pupils to successfully explore their immediate locality…

Suspense story KS2 – The Nightmare Man by Pie Corbett Use this suspense story KS2 resource to share Pie Corbett's tale of suspense, then create your own nightmarish short stories...

Read @PieCorbett’s tale of suspense with your class then create your own nightmarish short stories with this KS2 suspense story resource…

Book review KS1 – Free printable template resource The three sheets in this free downloadable book review template enable KS1 pupils to offer opinions based on first-hand experiences

This free downloadable book review template enables KS1 pupils to offer opinions based on first-hand experience…

Letter formation sheets – A to Z worksheets These free letter formation sheets cover each letter of the alphabet. The letter tracing worksheets features dotted letters to draw over

This complete set of free letter formation sheets covers each letter of the alphabet. Each one features dotted letters for children to practise correct letter formation. There’s also a picture to colour in for each…

Christmas traditions around the world – Free schools PowerPoint Help children understand Christmas traditions around the world with this free information PowerPoint, packed full of fascinating facts

Help children understand Christmas traditions around the world with this free information PowerPoint, packed full of fascinating facts and information… | via @mrsmactivity.bsky.social

Christmas writing – Story starter ideas for KS1 and KS2 This creative writing Christmas story starter worksheet includes short tips on plot, setting and characters, and space to write a short story

This free creative writing Christmas story starter worksheet includes short tips for students on plot, setting and characters, and space to write their short story and even draw a picture…

KS2 instruction writing – How to steal Christmas (Grinch planning) The culmination of this festive KS2 instruction writing project is creating a spread titled "How to Steal Christmas," inspired by the Grinch

This engaging KS2 project culminates in an exciting final task where pupils use everything they’ve learnt to create a double-page spread titled “How to Steal Christmas,” inspired by the Grinch… | via @primaryteachew.bsky.social

Teaching coding – Simple steps to help you start & succeed The journey of incorporating coding into your classroom doesn't have to be daunting. Make it an exciting cross-curricular adventure...

Teaching #coding doesn’t have to be daunting. We've got lots of practical tips for teaching coding, along with creative cross-curricular and extracurricular coding ideas…

RSPB Birdwatch – 2026 school resources and survey sheets These RSPB Birdwatch resources are perfect for helping you take part in this year's Big Schools' Birdwatch in January and February...

The RSPB Big Schools' Birdwatch takes place during the spring term. Sign up now and then get outside and counting at school between 6th January and 13th February 2026…

Bett UK – 2026 highlights, edtech trends & visitor tips Bett 2026 is on the horizon – here's what to expect and why you should be there, with recommendations from the Teachwire team...

Bett UK 2026 is on the horizon! Here’s what to expect and why you should be there…

Maths SATs – Common errors to address Getting ready for the maths SATs can feel like eating soup with a fork, but starting small with these common errors will make a huge impact

Getting ready for maths #SATs can feel like eating soup with a fork, but starting small with these common errors will make a huge impact… | via @sarahfarrellks2.bsky.social

SATs 2026 – The ultimate teacher guide to preparing pupils for Key Stage 2 assessment How to prepare pupils for this year's SATs and make sure they get the scores they deserve – with free and recommended resources to assist you

Data-informed #SATs prep strategies for 2026 | via @richardselfridge.bsky.social

Pupil premium – Are we spending it wrong? What is pupil premium? Who receives it? What should schools spend it on? Find out all this and more with our simple guide...

Pupil premium mistakes to avoid – Former headteacher Lucy Coy highlights the practical, evidence-informed strategies that have the biggest impact on disadvantaged pupils…

Learning gaps – How to ensure no pupil drifts too far Keeping up is easier than catching up when it comes to SATs. Use this advice and accompanying resources to address learning gaps...

Keeping up is easier than catching up when it comes to #SATs. Use this advice and accompanying resources from @lbqorg.bsky.social to address learning gaps in your school…

Autism Acceptance Month – Best 2026 ideas and teaching resources Raise money for a good cause and learn about how to better support the autistic pupils in your class during Autism Acceptance Week...

8 rules to live by when teaching autistic children | via Adam Dean

Micro:bit projects – Code your own 'rock, paper, scissors' game Update a favourite, and help pupils learn coding skills with this micro:bit rock, paper, scissors project...

Update a favourite – and help pupils learn coding skills – with this micro:bit rock, paper, scissors project… | via Adam Knight

Writing horror – Write a scary scene with Fear Files: Hide & Seek Peer inside the mind of author Christopher Edge and learn about writing horror with this WAGOLL based on Fear Files: Hide and Seek...

Peer inside the mind of author @christopheredge.bsky.social and help KS2 pupils learn about writing a terrifying horror scene with this WAGOLL based on his new book, Fear Files: Hide and Seek

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Pinpointing problems is part of the day-to-day workload for school leaders, but how exactly do we break these issues down and tackle them piece by piece? 💭

@ensermark.bsky.social & @greeborunner.bsky.social walk you through the process in this @teachprimarymag.bsky.social article: buff.ly/kVexypp

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War Dog – Explore conflict & loyalty through a WW2 picture book Hear the real-life story of Judy the dog, and explore the impact of conflict and loyalty with Tom Palmer’s moving historical novel, War Dog. This PDF contains a range of cross-curricular activities…

Hear the real-life story of Judy the dog and explore the impact of conflict and loyalty with Tom Palmer's moving picture book, War Dog. This PDF contains lots of cross-curricular ideas from @kateheap.bsky.social based on the book...

Paper clay – KS1 Martian flora sculpture art lesson plan Use this KS1 art lesson plan to create vibrant, imaginative Martian flora from design drawing to final sculpture using paper clay...

Make your own paper clay then create sculptures inspired by the vibrant, abstract sculptures of Chiaozza with this KS1 art lesson plan from Wayne Roberts @dalmain-art.bsky.social

Hello Lighthouse – KS2 art medium-term plan Use book Hello Lighthouse to explore techniques for painting skies and seascapes, creating cross-sections and experimenting with collage...

Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall is the inspiration for this free KS2 art medium-term plan from headteacher @karlduke8.bsky.social. Children will paint skies and seascapes, draw lighthouse cross-sections and experiment with collage…

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Change over time – Discover your school's place in history Use this free lesson plan to explore how your school and local area have changed over time, using maps, digital tools and fieldwork...

This free lesson plan from @aidansevers.bsky.social helps children to notice changes that have occurred in their locality, and to understand why those changes have taken place. They’ll also develop their fieldwork and mapping skills…

Art KS2 Inspiring Medium Term Plans Get pupils' creative juices flowing with these expert medium-term art plans for KS2. Cut down your planning time and enjoy getting artistic

Get pupils' creative juices flowing with these free, expert medium-term art plans for KS2. Each resource consists of a full half-term of planning, with extra resources and assessment ideas…

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