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    More Children Arriving Not ‘School Ready’: Why Foundations Matter More Than Ever

    An increasing number of children are starting Reception without expected developmental milestones, placing sustained pressure on early years teams across England.

    17/02/2026
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    Benefits of using mini whiteboards in the classroom

    What are the benefits of using mini whiteboards in the classroom? Read our rundown here...

    29/01/2026
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    How Brockley’s OPAL Approach Builds Resilience and Social Skills

    Read here about how Brockley’s OPAL Approach Builds Resilience and Social Skills through outdoor equipment

    29/01/2026
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    William Shakespeare facts for kids

    William Shakespeare facts for kids Shakespeare day is on the 23rd of April to celebrate the playwright and poet and enjoy his famous work. William Shakespeare is a core part of the English curriculum, particularly for secondary school where pupils study and analyse...

    28/01/2026
  • Classmates glue sticks

    The glue stick schools can trust

    Made for real classrooms and tested to prove it. CLASSMATES glue sticks are the stick teachers and children keep reaching for time and time again. Find out why.

    23/01/2026
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    SEND Reform in 2026: Why the Conversation Must Stay Focused on Readiness

    The debate around support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) has returned to the centre of national attention in early 2026. Read here to find out more.

    14/01/2026
  • Engaging Reluctant Readers

    Engaging Reluctant Readers in Education

    Have a read of these classroom tested ideas to help make reading exciting, even for hesitant learners by Callum Porter.

    25/11/2025
  • A New Writing Framework for Primary Schools – Helping Every Child Find Their Voice

    DfE publishes new writing framework to improve literacy. Findel helps schools embed confident, purposeful writing.

    25/11/2025
  • Which colour pen is best for marking

    Which colour pen is best for marking?

    It’s an age-old teaching debate that seemingly has no answer. We look into what the industry, and even science, has to say about coloured pens and marking.

    20/11/2025
  • £70 Million Investment Expands Cadet Forces in Schools

    Government funds 40,000 new school cadets by 2030. Findel explores how this builds leadership and teamwork.

    17/11/2025
  • Protecting Language Learning – Why Expanding Hubs Matters

    HEPI report urges expansion of Language Hubs to reverse the decline in language study. Findel shares insights on cultural literacy.

    13/11/2025
  • Times tables activities

    Fun and beneficial times tables activities for KS2

    Incorporate fun and interactive activities into your lessons to aid times table learning.

    06/11/2025
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