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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
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
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November 27, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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
Data-informed #SATs prep strategies for 2026 | via @richardselfridge.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
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November 26, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Data-informed #SATs prep strategies for 2026 | via @richardselfridge.bsky.social
Pupil premium mistakes to avoid – Former headteacher Lucy Coy highlights the practical, evidence-informed strategies that have the biggest impact on disadvantaged pupils…
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...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Pupil premium mistakes to avoid – Former headteacher Lucy Coy highlights the practical, evidence-informed strategies that have the biggest impact on disadvantaged pupils…
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…
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...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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…
8 rules to live by when teaching autistic children | via Adam Dean
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...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:28 PM
8 rules to live by when teaching autistic children | via Adam Dean
Update a favourite – and help pupils learn coding skills – with this micro:bit rock, paper, scissors project… | via Adam Knight
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...
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November 20, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Update a favourite – and help pupils learn coding skills – with this micro:bit rock, paper, scissors project… | via Adam Knight
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
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...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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
@ensermark.bsky.social & @greeborunner.bsky.social walk you through the process in this @teachprimarymag.bsky.social article: buff.ly/kVexypp
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November 17, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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
@ensermark.bsky.social & @greeborunner.bsky.social walk you through the process in this @teachprimarymag.bsky.social article: buff.ly/kVexypp
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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
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...
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November 17, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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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...
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…
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November 18, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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...
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
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...
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November 17, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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 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…
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...
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November 14, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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…
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…
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...
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November 13, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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…
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…
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
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November 12, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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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November 11, 2025 at 11:26 PM
I’m loving contributing to @teachprimarymag.bsky.social by sharing some of the successful reading-inspired learning and outcomes in our curriculum #primary
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SuperQuesters: Mission: River Crest Rescue by @pauliancross.bsky.social has been Highly Commended in @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards 2025! 🎉
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SuperQuesters: Mission: River Crest Rescue by @pauliancross.bsky.social has been Highly Commended in @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards 2025! 🎉
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November 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM
📢Award news! 🏆
SuperQuesters: Mission: River Crest Rescue by @pauliancross.bsky.social has been Highly Commended in @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards 2025! 🎉
Get your copy today:
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SuperQuesters: Mission: River Crest Rescue by @pauliancross.bsky.social has been Highly Commended in @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards 2025! 🎉
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This free English and history lesson plan uses teacher Stuart Douch's graphic novel '1066: The Battle of Hastings' to illuminate what it might have been like for those on the battlefield…
Battle of Hastings KS2 – Free graphic novel lesson plan
Use this KS2 lesson plan to investigate the Battle of Hastings and have pupils write an account of what went on...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:04 AM
This free English and history lesson plan uses teacher Stuart Douch's graphic novel '1066: The Battle of Hastings' to illuminate what it might have been like for those on the battlefield…
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We're delighted to share that @johntomsett.bsky.social's This Much I Know About Truly Great Primary Teachers has been highly commended at the @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards! 🎉
This book shares 9 case studies showcasing the skills & dedication of outstanding primary teachers: buff.ly/DLo5UOp
This book shares 9 case studies showcasing the skills & dedication of outstanding primary teachers: buff.ly/DLo5UOp
November 10, 2025 at 12:22 PM
We're delighted to share that @johntomsett.bsky.social's This Much I Know About Truly Great Primary Teachers has been highly commended at the @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards! 🎉
This book shares 9 case studies showcasing the skills & dedication of outstanding primary teachers: buff.ly/DLo5UOp
This book shares 9 case studies showcasing the skills & dedication of outstanding primary teachers: buff.ly/DLo5UOp
We're celebrating the very best in education resources with this year's #TeachAwards winners! Browse our flipbook to see all of this year's winners and get inspiration for your classroom… cdn.teachwire.net/e-mag/Teach-...
November 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM
We're celebrating the very best in education resources with this year's #TeachAwards winners! Browse our flipbook to see all of this year's winners and get inspiration for your classroom… cdn.teachwire.net/e-mag/Teach-...
Have fun during the festive season by getting children writing instructions based around how to look after a Christmas elf. This download contains two original model texts from @piecorbett.bsky.social, with accompanying teacher notes…
Writing instructions KS2 - How to care for a Christmas elf
Have fun during the festive season by getting children writing instructions based around how to look after a Christmas elf...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Have fun during the festive season by getting children writing instructions based around how to look after a Christmas elf. This download contains two original model texts from @piecorbett.bsky.social, with accompanying teacher notes…
#RoadSafetyWeek takes place between 16th-22nd November this year. Find out everything you need to know, including key dates, engaging resources and activity ideas for your classroom…
Road Safety Week – Best 2025 ideas and resources
Educate children about staying safe on our roads during Road Safety Week – an annual event held in schools in November...
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November 6, 2025 at 7:04 AM
#RoadSafetyWeek takes place between 16th-22nd November this year. Find out everything you need to know, including key dates, engaging resources and activity ideas for your classroom…
Is it too early to start thinking about #Christmas? If you're an organised sort, get ready for the festive season with these creative and educational activities, lesson plans and downloads…
Christmas activities – Best festive resources for EYFS, KS1, KS2 & beyond
Deck the halls ready for the festive season with these fun and creative Christmas activities, worksheets and ideas for schools...
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November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Is it too early to start thinking about #Christmas? If you're an organised sort, get ready for the festive season with these creative and educational activities, lesson plans and downloads…
#DisabilityHistoryMonth (20th Nov - 20th Dec) is a great time to think about embedding people with disabilities into your history curriculum. Take up the challenge with these ideas…
Disability History Month – Embed disabled people into your curriculum
Embed people with disabilities into your history curriculum with these Disability History Month classroom ideas and resources...
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November 4, 2025 at 7:04 AM
#DisabilityHistoryMonth (20th Nov - 20th Dec) is a great time to think about embedding people with disabilities into your history curriculum. Take up the challenge with these ideas…
Get involved with #AntiBullyingWeek (10th-14th Nov) in your school with this collection of excellent resources for primary and secondary…
Anti-Bullying Week – Best ideas, activities & resources for 2025
Get involved with Anti-Bullying Week in your school with this collection of excellent resources for primary and secondary...
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November 3, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Get involved with #AntiBullyingWeek (10th-14th Nov) in your school with this collection of excellent resources for primary and secondary…
Books can be a great way to help pupils manage difficult emotions, such as feeling lonely. This download contains a PDF full of classroom activities from literacy expert @booksuperhero2.bsky.social based around the picturebook When I Feel Lonely
Feeling lonely – KS2 book topic
Use Britta Teckentrup’s beautiful picturebook, When I Feel Lonely, to sensitively explore difficult emotions with your class...
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October 31, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Books can be a great way to help pupils manage difficult emotions, such as feeling lonely. This download contains a PDF full of classroom activities from literacy expert @booksuperhero2.bsky.social based around the picturebook When I Feel Lonely