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Facts about the Windrush
Learn all about Windrush & Black history through our facts about Windrush. Expand children’s knowledge & show the importance of Windrush.

Alphabetical order worksheet pack
Getting to know the letters of the alphabet can be a challenge, but it's also an important skill. Download our free alphabetical order worksheet pack from this blog.

How to make a 3D hot air balloon
Take your pupils up, up and away with this hot air balloon craft, perfect for crafty afternoons. You can use the link below to get the materials needed to make this simple and fun homemade hot air balloon.

Outdoor ice play ideas
The big freeze: Outdoor ice play ideas Children love ice cube activities, or anything involving ice play. Outdoor learning activities like this one can open up so many opportunities for young children and will aid a wide range of skills in their development.

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

Creating Inclusive Classrooms
Creating inclusive classrooms is not just a statutory requirement but a key part of effective teaching. Check out our blog here which explores how you can create an inclusive classroom.

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...

6 models of blended learning
Blended learning is becoming more commonplace in education – but what are the available options? Our post runs down six common blended learning models.

Name the 2D shape: A worksheet
Use this Measures, Shapes and Space worksheet with your KS1 pupils and help them get to grips with shapes. Match the shape to the name.

Outdoor construction play for early years
Outdoor construction play for early years, check out our ideas here...

12 activity ideas and the benefits of learning vocabulary
Vocabulary is one place where we never stop learning. Check our our activity ideas here which benefit children learning vocabularly.

World War 1 lesson resources
It’s been well over 100 years now since Britain’s involvement in the Great War, but we still come together to commemorate those that fought for their country. In preparation for Remembrance Day, we’ve pulled together some resources that are perfect for a lesson...