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Classroom Ideas

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03 Oct 2020

Supporting Pupils’ Emotional Wellbeing

Children’s mental health and wellbeing has always been an important part of school life. Teachers play a vital role in supporting their pupils’ social and emotional development. Creating a nurturing classroom environment can help children to feel confident, secure, safe and therefore ready to learn. Here are 5 ideas for […]

29 Sep 2019

What makes a great lesson for a ...

This is a blog written by Daisy, a Year 5 pupil at Stonelow Junior School. She tells us what makes a good lesson from a year 5 pupil’s perspective.

24 Sep 2019

The Good Fight - Keeping Hands R...

Part of our ‘The Good Fight’ series, Keeping Hands Raised

Part 2: Mr Brooker asks , “Reader, can you name the year/date that Charles I was beheaded?”

20 Sep 2019

The Good Fight - Keeping Hands R...

Part of our ‘The Good Fight’ series, Keeping Hands Raised

Part 1: Mr Brooker looks at how to champion and preserve enthusiasm and a willingness to try in students.

13 Sep 2019

The Good Fight with Tom Brooker ...

Meet Tom, also known as Mr Brooker to his pupils. Over the next few months he’s going to be writing blogs on anything and everything to help you with your education journey.

04 Sep 2019

Back to school, as a Year 5 pupi...

New Year 5 pupil, Heidi, gives us her take on starting back to the new school year.

27 Jun 2019

How to Make a Paper Bowl Jellyfi...

What you will need: Paper Bowls Pearlescent Paint Wiggly Eyes Ribbons Crepe Paper Glue Cotton String Tape Scissors Steps:1. Paint the underside of the paper bowl then leave to dry.2. Once it’s completely dry, glue down some wiggly eyes.3. Make a hole in the top of the bowl and thread […]

18 Jun 2019

Smarties Tally Charts (EYFS / Y1...

This Smarties Tally Chart classroom idea is a fun way for EYFS and KS1 children to learn their numbers and place value. Resources: 1 box or tube of Smarties per child (Jelly beans or other suitable alternative) Tally charts (one row per colour) Pencils Colour pencils   Learning Outcomes: Mathematics […]

20 May 2019

Seasonal Detectives (KS2 English...

Resources: Clipboards Pencils Plain paper or sketchbooks Outdoor clothing including wellies Bug pots Trays Magnifying glasses Outdoor education kit – including first aid kit   Learning Outcomes: English – Spoken language Listen and respond appropriately to adults and their peers Ask relevant questions to extend their understanding and knowledge of […]