Celebrate and learn from the stories of famous disabled people in history and today with this engaging and inclusive lesson for disability history month. This lesson covers the following learning objective and success criteria: Learning objective: To learn about the lives and achievements of some famous disabled people in history and today, and how they overcame the challenges and barriers they faced. Success criteria: By the end of the lesson, you will be able to: ★ Name some famous disabled people in history and today and describe their disabilities and accomplishments. ★ Compare and contrast the experiences and opportunities of disabled people in different historical periods and contexts. ★ Express your opinions and feelings about the stories of famous disabled people and how they inspire you. This resource pack includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with clear instructions. ★ A PowerPoint presentation with slides for the starter, main teacher input, main activity, and plenary. ★ Eight famous disabled people cards with information and images of Helen Keller, Stephen Hawking, Frida Kahlo, Ludwig van Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Alex Zanardi, Aaron Fortheringham, and Warwick Davis. ★ A presentation criteria sheet with a checklist. This lesson is designed to develop the students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of disability as a natural and diverse part of human life, and to inspire them to pursue their goals and dreams, and to support disability equality and inclusion in their school and community. It also supports the development of the students’ research, presentation, and communication skills, as well as their critical thinking and creativity. You may also be interested in… ☆ KS2 PARALYMPICS PSHE Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons ☆ Outstanding KS2 PSHE Honesty Interview Lesson ☆ x2 RESPECT Assemblies / Collective Worship - PSHE, bullying, friendship, values Customer Support If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS1, KS2, KS3, PSHE, Disabled, SEND, Special Educational Needs, PowerPoint

These two friendship assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of friendship and how to be a good friend. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive a 25-slide PowerPoint that can easily be edited to be made shorter or divided into another assembly, a 13-slide PowerPoint and a PDF file containing teacher notes for each presentation. 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: Listening to music about friendship What makes a good friend? What qualities do they have? Sharing experiences together through the good times and bad times Listening to poetry about friendship Maintaining friendships Situations - what would you do? Prayer Key features of Assembly 2: How to behave towards your friends Ways to harm a friendship When it is right and wrong to keep a secret/promise Poem about friendship Quotes about friendship Song suggestions key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship key stage two 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

A display showing different types of successful learner and the attribute for each. Great display for growth mindset. Cogs link together. 24 page Word document with editable and extra cogs to add your own criteria.

Do you want to assess your year 5 pupils’ skills in writing, maths, reading and science? Do you want to see how they are progressing towards the expected standards or beyond? If so, you will love these handy and comprehensive checklists! These checklists are based on the KS2 writing, maths, reading and science frameworks, and are a great way of tracking your children’s achievements and areas for improvement. They cover all the key objectives and skills for each subject, and use clear and simple language to describe the levels of attainment: emerging, secure, or exceeding. With one page per child, an easy tick-box system, and a summary section, these checklists make assessment quick and easy. You can use them to inform your planning, feedback, and reporting, as well as to identify gaps and strengths in your children’s learning. These checklists are ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to support their children’s learning and development at home. They will help you to provide effective and personalised teaching and learning for your year 5 pupils, as well as to celebrate and showcase their amazing progress.

Do you want to assess your year 4 pupils’ skills in writing, maths, reading and science? Do you want to see how they are progressing towards the expected standards or beyond? If so, you will love these handy and comprehensive checklists! These checklists are based on the KS2 writing, maths, reading and science frameworks, and are a great way of tracking your children’s achievements and areas for improvement. They cover all the key objectives and skills for each subject, and use clear and simple language to describe the levels of attainment: emerging, secure, or exceeding. With one page per child, an easy tick-box system, and a summary section, these checklists make assessment quick and easy. You can use them to inform your planning, feedback, and reporting, as well as to identify gaps and strengths in your children’s learning. These checklists are ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to support their children’s learning and development at home. They will help you to provide effective and personalised teaching and learning for your year 4 pupils, as well as to celebrate and showcase their amazing progress.

These three teamwork assemblies are a fantastic way to introduce children to the value of working together, respecting others and appreciating children’s special skills. You could use these for a primary school, KS1 only, KS2 only or in class. You will receive three PowerPoints (14 slides, 10 slides, 16 slides) that can easily be edited to be made shorter or divided into another assembly. The assemblies are interactive and involves the children to make sure they are engaged and interested. There is also a Christian prayer at two of the PowerPoints for those who have collective worship. Key features of Assembly 1: ✸ Understand the value of teamwork as a life skill ✸ The story of The King’s Greedy Brothers (with animations and sound effects) ✸ Reflection - What did you learn from the story? Key features of Assembly 2: ✸ Example activity where children show the importance of teamwork ✸ Ant teamwork ✸ Examples of teamwork in life ✸ Reflection: What teams are we in? What are the qualities of team players? Who is on our team? ✸ Prayer Key features of Assembly 3: ✸ Winning as a team ✸ Being part of a team ✸ Appreciating ourselves and others ✸ Animals working together ✸ How ants work together ✸ How geese work together ✸ How meerkats work together ✸ Reflection: How do animals work together? How do humans work together? How can we become a better team player? ✸ Prayer Tags: key stage 1 y1 y2 y3 y4 y5 y6 citizenship pshe british values trust behaviour assembly worship eyfs ks1 ks2 year perseverance kindness friendship value Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Elevate your PE sessions with these Athletics Task Cards and Fitness Record Sheet. Designed for efficiency and engagement, this resource features 12 task cards incorporating various athletics skills and equipment. From sprints to jumps, these cards add a dynamic edge to your athletics unit. Resource Highlights: ★ 12 Task Cards: Covering a spectrum of athletics skills and equipment, these task cards infuse variety into your lessons. ★ Fitness Record Sheet: Encourage personal growth and goal setting as children track their scores or times over multiple attempts. ★ Versatile Application: Ideal for individual or group activities, suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Files included: ★ x12 Athletics task cards ★ Fitness record sheet How to Use: ★ Distribute task cards for focused skill practice. ★ Record individual or group performances on the Fitness Record Sheet. ★ Encourage friendly competition and personal improvement over multiple attempts. You may also be interested in… Y3/4 PE Gymnastics Unit - 11 Lessons KS1 / KS2 Warm Ups and Cool Downs for PE Booklet Y5/6 - Fitness / Athletics PE Unit - 4 lessons Tags: Athletics, PE, Task Cards, Fitness, Physical Education, Skill Development, Record Sheet, Sports, Track and Field, PE Lesson, Primary School, KS1, KS2.

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A display to help your early finishers check if they have included the basics of writing and inform them of what to do next. Great for promoting independence. Suitable for KS1 or KS2. PDF and editable Publisher versions included. LKS2 UKS2 Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 exit ticket

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A document to assess the effectiveness of early years provision - this is perfect for EYFS teachers or leadership to observe and identify the areas of EYFS provision that needs improvement. fs1 fs2 assessment outstanding good requires improvement ofsted subject leader SLT

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A great booklet for parents of new EAL children. Introduces the English school system and explains how parents can help their children to learn English at home. Editable through Publisher. Pages include: The school system in England How to help your child when reading, writing and speaking and listening parent english as an additional language send sen sendco

Are you a SENCO looking to gain a deeper understanding of challenging behaviours in your classroom? This double-sided grid is your essential tool for identifying and addressing the environmental factors that may be contributing to these behaviours. Key Features: ★ Comprehensive Analysis: Explore a wide range of environmental factors, including physical setting, interpersonal dynamics, communication styles, teaching methods, scheduling, and basic needs. ★ Structured Framework: The grid format allows for systematic observation and analysis, helping you pinpoint specific triggers and patterns. ★ Proactive Solutions: By understanding the environmental context, you can develop targeted interventions and strategies to support positive behaviour. ★ Collaborative Tool: Use the grid to facilitate discussions with teachers, parents, and other professionals involved in the child’s care. ★ Empowering SENCOs: Gain valuable insights into the complex interplay between environment and behaviour, enabling you to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. This resource is designed to help you: ★ Identify the specific environmental factors that may be influencing a child’s behaviour. ★ Develop a deeper understanding of the child’s individual needs and sensitivities. ★ Create a more positive and supportive learning environment for all students. ★ Collaborate effectively with other professionals to develop targeted interventions. Invest in your SENCO toolkit today and transform your approach to behaviour management! Ideal for: SENCOs, teachers, teaching assistants, and anyone working with children with special educational needs.

Jumpstart positive behavior in your primary classroom with this engaging 100 Smiles Behaviour Chart! This simple yet effective tool is perfect for fostering a positive classroom environment and encouraging students to strive for their best. What’s Included: ★ Printable Behaviour Chart: A colorful, visually appealing chart with 100 spaces for smiles, stickers, or stamps. ★ Reward System: Motivate students with a special reward upon reaching 100 smiles. ★ Customizable: Easily personalize the chart with your students’ names and your chosen reward. Key Benefits: ★ Positive Reinforcement: Focuses on rewarding good behaviour, creating a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere. ★ Visual Tracking: Allows students to visually track their progress, fostering a sense of accomplishment and motivation. ★ Flexibility: Use smiles, stickers, stamps, or any other small reward to mark positive behaviour. ★ Easy to Use: Simply print and display the chart in your classroom. ★ Suitable for All Ages: Perfect for early years and primary students. Create a positive and encouraging classroom environment where students are excited to learn and grow! Ideal for: Behaviour management, classroom management, positive reinforcement, rewards, primary school, elementary school, early years, KS1, KS2.

Double-sided mat for Y5 & 6 to help them to write effectively. Great to laminate and have available on tables for writing and cross-curricular activities or to stick in books using sellotape. Used to encourage independence. Y1/2 and Y3/4 mats also available. KS2 LKS2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 UKS2 KS1 Y1 Y2

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

Our Special Educational Needs Reading Assessment Grids are an essential tool for SENCos and teachers working with students in lower and upper primary. These grids help accurately assess reading abilities across various levels, providing a clear understanding of where each child stands before they reach National Curriculum levels. Designed with both EAL learners and students with additional needs in mind, these grids offer tailored strategies to support progress at each reading level. Although based on QCA levels, this resource remains highly effective for guiding interventions and ensuring targeted support. Ideal for use in KS1, KS2, and KS3, these assessment grids help educators develop informed, personalized approaches to reading instruction, making them a valuable addition to any SEND or SENCo toolkit.

Our Classroom Routines Guide is a five-page PDF designed to help teachers establish and reinforce daily routines. Each page focuses on a different part of the school day where routines are crucial, such as the end of a lesson, sitting on the carpet, and getting ready for lunch. This resource can be used in various ways: as a prompt for teachers to consider and plan effective routines, as a tool to introduce these routines to children on the first day, or as a visual display in the classroom to remind pupils of what to do throughout the day. By covering key moments like assemblies and collecting in books, this guide ensures that students know what is expected of them, helping to create a calm and orderly learning environment.

Our Half-Term Assessment Template is a practical resource designed to help teachers evaluate pupil progress at the end of each half term. This two-page PDF includes a user-friendly template for documenting key aspects of student performance, along with an exemplar page to guide you on how to complete it effectively. The template prompts teachers to reflect on important elements such as the targets set for the half term, what went well, and whether those targets have been achieved. It also includes sections for identifying pupils who need further challenge or support, addressing misconceptions, and noting common spelling errors. Additionally, it helps you plan next steps by outlining what needs to be covered in the following lessons and key questions to ask. Ideal for teachers looking to streamline their assessment process, this template supports thoughtful reflection and ensures that every pupil’s needs are met as they progress through the curriculum.

Bring a touch of nature to your classroom with our Botanical-Themed Classroom Jobs Display. This resource includes a PDF and an editable PowerPoint, perfect for organising and assigning classroom responsibilities in a visually appealing way. The first page features a beautifully designed ‘Classroom Jobs’ sign, while the following eight pages showcase a variety of job titles, each framed in a botanical theme. With four round job names per page, you’ll find roles such as Table Chief, Tidy Monitor, Gardeners, and Cloakroom Cleaner, among others. There’s also a blank template page included, allowing you to customise and add your own job titles as needed. Ideal for creating a calm and organised classroom environment, this resource combines functionality with style, making it easy to manage daily tasks while adding a touch of greenery to your space. Tags: back to school, classroom setup, jobs board, independence, display, responsibility