This Year 1 unit of 6 lessons contains 6 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics in gymnastics. All you will need are mats and benches! Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to make different basic shapes with their bodies. To be able to travel in a variety of ways. To be able to travel at different heights. To be able to travel in different directions and at different speeds in a variety of physical activities. To be able to travel on apparatus safely and in a variety of ways. To be able to put all skills together to create a sequence. To be able to create and modify sequences. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

This Year 1 unit of 5 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics of invasion games. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to participate in a variety of group activities that develop coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. To be able to move confidently and safely while following instructions, and to demonstrate an understanding of different ways to move using feet. To be able to explore different ways of using a ball or other equipment for throwing, catching, and sending. To be able to use a racket to dribble, carry, and hit a ball or other equipment safely and confidently. To be able to apply skills from previous lessons to score accurately in target games. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

Ignite a passion for movement and physical activity in your Year 1 students with this outstanding 6-week PE unit! This comprehensive resource provides a fun and engaging introduction to basic movement and ball skills, building confidence and coordination in a safe and supportive environment. What’s Included: ✶ 6 Weeks of Detailed Lesson Plans: Each lesson includes clear learning objectives, step-by-step instructions, differentiated activities for various skill levels, key questions to prompt student thinking, and success criteria to track progress. ✶ Simple and Easy to Follow: The lesson plans are designed with busy teachers in mind, offering a clear structure and easy-to-understand instructions. ✶ Focus on Fundamental Skills: Develop essential movement skills like agility, balance, coordination, and spatial awareness, as well as ball skills such as rolling, throwing, and catching. ✶ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are tailored to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring everyone can participate and succeed. ✶ Promotes Physical Literacy: Helps children develop a lifelong love of movement and physical activity. Why Choose This Resource? ✶ Outstanding Quality: Graded as outstanding, this unit has been rigorously designed and tested to ensure maximum impact. ✶ Comprehensive and Engaging: Covers a wide range of movement and ball skills in a fun and interactive way. ✶ Saves You Time: No need to spend hours planning – everything you need is right here! ✶ Builds Confidence: Empowers children to explore their physical abilities and develop a positive self-image. ✶ Subject Lead Approved: Created by an experienced PE subject lead with a deep understanding of the KS1 curriculum and child development. Give your Year 1 students the best possible start in PE with this outstanding unit! Ideal for: Year 1, KS1, PE, physical education, movement skills, ball skills, coordination, balance, agility,

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Are you teaching year 5 or 6 children (UKS2) about obtuse, acute, and right angles and how to use protractors to measure angles in math? This outstanding interview lesson plan is perfect for you! This outstanding interview lesson teaches year 5 and year 6 children about obtuse, acute and right angles and using protractors to measure angles in maths is designed to showcase your mastery of subject knowledge and effective teaching techniques, impressing any Ofsted inspector. Using the principles of mastery learning and reasoning, this lesson is differentiated to meet the needs of all learners. The learning objective is to accurately use a protractor, with success criteria that include lining up the bottom of the protractor with one of the lines, making sure the corner (vertex) of the angle is in the middle of the protractor, and looking at where the 0 is on the line to use the correct set of numbers. The starter activity invites the children to look at the success criteria and complete a cold task on the screen, while the main activity provides teacher input on what angles are, as well as a discussion of real-life examples and different types of angles, such as right angles, obtuse angles, and acute angles. Children also have the opportunity to play “Simon Says” to identify whole turns, half turns, and 90-degree turns, shouting out the degrees of each angle as they do it. To engage higher ability children, they can complete the Hot Task (input) silently and independently while the rest of the class receives input. Differentiated activities include using angle eaters to measure and identify different types of angles, estimating and measuring angles on worksheets, and exploring the patterns and relationships between angles in different shapes. In the plenary, students will review the success criteria and reflect on their learning, sharing which part of the lesson was the easiest or hardest. The resources for this lesson include a PowerPoint, protractors, angle eaters, cold task, show it tasks, table display, and challenge tasks. Overall, this lesson is a strong example of how to teach a complex mathematical concept while promoting mastery and reasoning skills, making it an excellent choice for showcasing your teaching abilities during an interview or impressing an Ofsted inspector or SLT observer. Ideal for a 30 minute-1 hour lesson. uks2 ks2 problem solving reasoning finishing exit tickets greater depth exceeding observation

This Year 3/4 unit of 6 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children all about building their hockey skills. It also contains sports cards to be used in games in the unit. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to demonstrate control and manipulation of a hockey ball through dribbling and travelling techniques. To be able to dribble a hockey ball with control and accuracy while moving in different directions. To be able to develop basic hockey skills such as dribbling, passing, and controlling the ball. To be able to apply dribbling and running skills in a game of hockey and demonstrate teamwork and movement. and 6. To be able to demonstrate and apply various hockey skills through controlled movements and game situations. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

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This outstanding-rated maths lesson on ordering decimals and fractions is perfect for Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 and Year 6) students. Designed for a 30-minute to 1-hour session, this lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation, fluency exercises, and differentiated activities to cater to varying skill levels. It covers essential skills such as converting between fractions and decimals, comparing values, and ordering them correctly. Students will engage with fluency, reasoning, problem-solving, and mastery tasks, making this an excellent resource for building confidence in decimals and fractions. Ideal for Ofsted observations, NQT lessons, or as part of a structured maths curriculum. Visit my shop to explore complementary lessons in this series.

These two PowerPoints explain how words can hurt others and encourage children to think before they speak. Children will also have some reflection time at the end of the assembly to think about what they have learnt and what they can do next. These hurtful words assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of friendship and how to show kindness to otheres. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 14-slide PowerPoint and a 12-slide PowerPoint. This assembly is interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ Thinking about the ‘Sticks and Stones’ saying. Is it true? ✸ Best and worst things people have said to you ✸ What happens when you speak thoughtlessly ✸ Times when people hurt others ✸ People’s reactions (face-to-face and online) ✸ Reflection: Saying positive things ✸ Reflection: Thinking before we speak Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Using an apple to symbolise the power of mean words ✸ Thinking about what you can do if you are upset by someone’s words ✸ Using toothpaste to symbolise the impossible task of taking back hurtful words ✸ Example video to show how powerful words can be ✸ Reflection: words are powerful key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Enhance your reading assessment and support your students’ literacy development with our comprehensive Book Bands Progression Chart and Target Stickers. This resource is designed to guide educators through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2), offering a clear and structured overview of reading progression. The progression chart outlines key learning objectives for each book band, helping teachers monitor students’ reading levels and identify areas for improvement. With detailed descriptions for every band, you can easily track progress and set achievable goals for your students. Included in the package are target stickers tailored to each book band. These stickers provide concise, motivational feedback, letting students know exactly what they need to focus on to advance to the next reading level. This not only promotes self-awareness in learners but also encourages a sense of achievement as they progress. Ideal for classroom use, this resource simplifies the task of managing reading progression, making it easier for teachers to support and challenge students effectively. Keep your students motivated and on track with our Book Bands Progression Chart and Target Stickers—a valuable tool for any primary classroom. Tags: Reception, Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 UKS2 LKS2 Oxford book band colours book band 3 yellow book band assessment book band ages book band age chart book band and levels reading book bands collins big cat phonics reading level colours reading book colour bands usborne book bands national curriculum book bands book band reading levels

Spread festive cheer while reinforcing key maths concepts with this downloadable pack of 10 Christmas-themed worksheets for Year 5 students. Activities cover a range of skills: Problem solving: Santa’s sacks, Christmas party planning, Twelve Days of Christmas challenges. Fractions: Fun with the Twelve Days of Christmas. Multiplication: Navigate Christmas-themed times table mazes. Algebra: Solve Christmas present-themed word problems. Spatial Reasoning: Coordinate games to keep the festive cheer flowing. Real-world application: Calculate Christmas postage costs. Differentiation included: Varied difficulty levels cater to a range of abilities (easier and harder versions for some activities). Answer sheets provided for most activities (except Christmas party planning, as solutions may vary). This resource aligns with the National Curriculum for KS2. Search terms: Year 5 maths, Christmas activities, problem solving, fractions, multiplication, algebra, spatial reasoning, KS2, Christmas worksheets, exit tickets, greater depth

Solidify Year 3/4 students’ grasp of place value with this comprehensive 4-lesson unit. What’s included: Detailed Lesson Plans: Clear learning objectives and success criteria guide each lesson. Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Visually enhance your teaching and keep students engaged. Differentiated Worksheets: Cater to various student abilities with a range of difficulty levels. Content covered: Lesson 1: Representing 4-digit numbers using place value blocks (ones, tens, hundreds, thousands). Lesson 2: Utilizing place value tables for accurate number decomposition (tens, ones, hundreds). Lesson 3: Partitioning numbers into hundreds, tens, and ones for effective ordering. Lesson 4: Applying place value knowledge to solve real-world word problems. Benefits: Progressive learning: Builds understanding step-by-step, starting with concrete manipulatives and progressing to abstract concepts. Differentiation: Ensures all students are challenged appropriately. Engaging activities: Keeps students motivated and actively participating. Teacher-friendly format: Saves valuable planning time. Align your teaching with the National Curriculum for Y3/4 maths. Search terms: Y3/4 Maths, Place Value Unit, Lesson Plans, PowerPoints, Worksheets, KS2, Number and Place Value, Partitioning, Ordering, Word Problems

These super PowerPoints are brilliant to teach children all about tolerance, diversity and differences. Containing 30 slides altogether, children will learn about the British Value of tolerance through discussing their likes and dislikes and how our differences make us interesting. They will also learn about differences through a poem and a pretend scenario that will help children to understand what intolerance is. These assemblies are great for Key Stage One or Key Stage Two and makes it easy to understand and reflect upon the value of tolerance. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com ks1 KS2 PSHE

These two PowerPoints explain how children need to show respect to themselves and others. Children will also have some reflection time at the end of the assembly to think about what they have learnt and what they can do next. These assemblies are a fantastic way to show children what respect and disrespect looks like. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 11-slide PowerPoint and a 16-slide PowerPoint. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ What does ‘respect’ mean? ✸ Are you disrespectful when you are angry? ✸ Are you disrespectful when someone gets hurt? ✸ Are you disrespectful to those I don’t like? ✸ How would you feel if…? ✸ How can you treat others how you would like to be treated? ✸ Reflection time ✸ Prayer Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Why should we show respect? ✸ Do we like others to…? ✸ What is respect? ✸ How we are all different ✸ Being disrespectful is… ✸ Treating others equally ✸ Being respectful is… ✸ Reflection time ✸ Prayer key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Looking for a set of outstanding PE lessons for KS1 with the theme of Amazing Animals? Look no further! This Amazing Animals Dance unit has been carefully planned to support children in mastering basic movements and developing balance, agility, and coordination. These five lessons are designed to help children respond to music using different actions, explore whole body actions to create linked shapes and balances, and perform dances using simple movement patterns. The lessons also use The Gruffalo to encourage children to imitate animal actions, link movements together, and create different shapes and movements to represent animals. Each lesson includes warm-up activities, a main activity, and a cool-down section to help children stretch and relax their bodies. These lessons are perfect for any KS1 class wanting to explore the exciting world of Amazing Animals! Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com subject leader lead coordinator key stage one

These two thankfulness assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of thankfulness and how to show gratitude. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 12-slide PowerPoint, a 14-slide PowerPoint, a PDF file containing teacher notes for each presentation, two leaf templates and an example gratitude tree display. This assembly is interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. There is also a Christian prayer at the end of the first PowerPoint for those who have collective worship. Key features of Assembly 1: Favourite things Material goods Things that make us truly happy Poem about ‘treasures’ in life Reflection time Prayer Key features of Assembly 2: What is gratitude? How to show thanks How it feels when we give and receive thanks The Giving Tree by Shel Silverston (there is a link to watch the story or you can read the book yourself) Questions about The Giving Tree What are you grateful for? Gratitude journaling Being appreciative for what we have. Poverty and homelessness Creating a gratitude tree key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Ignite the passion for sports and foster a love for physical activities with our engaging and inspiring assemblies on “Enthusiasm in Sport.” Designed for KS1, KS2 and KS3 children, these two comprehensive assemblies are packed with interactive PowerPoints and teacher notes to create an unforgettable learning experience. In the first assembly, students will explore the concept of enthusiasm in sports through thought-provoking discussions and real-life examples. They will discover the challenges and sacrifices athletes face, the importance of dedication and purpose, and the role of passion in overcoming obstacles. Famous athletes like Andre Agassi and Nick Kyrgios will be featured, providing valuable insights into the world of sports. The second assembly takes students on a journey to witness the power of enthusiasm in action. Through captivating videos and interactive activities, they will witness the impact of enthusiasm on athletes’ performances and reflect on its significance in their own lives. Inspiring sports personalities such as Lionel Messi and Serena Williams will be celebrated, motivating students to bring their best to every sports endeavor. Both assemblies include reflection time, allowing students to contemplate the role of enthusiasm in their own sports experiences. A carefully crafted prayer will encourage students to be grateful for the gift of sports and seek guidance to embrace enthusiasm in all areas of their lives. With our “Enthusiasm in Sport” assemblies, you’ll equip your students with essential life skills, including teamwork, resilience, and self-belief. Let the power of enthusiasm transform your students’ sports experiences and inspire them to reach new heights. Get ready to witness their enthusiasm soar as they embrace the joy of sports and unlock their full potential! Tags: fun assemblies for primary schools ks2 assembly ks1 assembly collective worship assemblies christian assemblies for primary schools key stage 1 key stage 2 key stage 3

These two responsibilities assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of being responsible, trusted and looking after the planet. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 21-slide PowerPoint and a 10-slide PowerPoint that can easily be edited to be made shorter or divided into another assembly. There is also a Christian prayer at the end of each PowerPoint for those who have collective worship. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ What does ‘responsibility’ mean? ✸ Different types of responsibility ✸ What the Earth provides us with ✸ Air pollution ✸ Water pollution ✸ What can we do? ✸ Waste ✸ Littering ✸ Our responsibility in our school / local community ✸ Reflection: making the world a better place ✸ Prayer Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Being responsible and consequences ✸ What is a responsibility? Expectations ✸ What is a responsibility? Behaviour ✸ What is a consequence? ✸ Why is being responsible important? ✸ Reflection: What does a trusted person look like? ✸ Prayer key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

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