Empower your SENCOs and SLT to identify and nurture critical thinking skills in students with special educational needs. This comprehensive one-page document provides a clear framework for observing and assessing key characteristics of critical thinking in the classroom. Key Features: ☆ Targeted Questions: Thought-provoking questions focus on three core areas of critical thinking: Having their own ideas: Does the child generate original thoughts and solutions? Using what they already know to learn new things: Does the child make connections and apply prior knowledge? Choosing ways to do things and finding new ways: Does the child demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in their approach to tasks? ☆ Practical Guidance: Offers clear guidance on what to look for in student behavior and responses, making it easy to identify and document evidence of critical thinking. ☆ Differentiated Approach: Considers the unique needs of SEN students, providing prompts to assess their progress with and without support. ☆ Actionable Insights: Helps educators tailor instruction and interventions to promote the development of critical thinking skills in SEN students. Benefits: ☆ Enhance Observation Skills: Equip your team with the tools to effectively observe and assess critical thinking in SEN students. ☆ Promote Individualized Learning: Gain valuable insights into each student’s strengths and areas for growth, enabling targeted support. ☆ Foster a Growth Mindset: Encourage a positive learning environment where all students are empowered to think critically and creatively. ☆ Streamline Assessment: Simplify the assessment process with a clear and concise framework. Invest in your SEN students’ future by nurturing their critical thinking skills. Ideal for: SENCOs, SLT, special education teachers, teaching assistants, and anyone working with students with special educational needs.

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A free Christmas quiz presentation set into three rounds with ten questions each. Answers provided at the end. A good fun time-filler activity for the end of the term.

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Discover the enchanting tale of ‘People of the Rainbow’ a heartwarming story that teaches children the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating individuality. In the magical town of Harmonyville, each unique Rainbow Person represents a different color, coming together to create a vibrant tapestry of unity. Follow Ruby, a little Rainbow Girl, as she learns that change is a beautiful part of life and that, just like the colors of the rainbow, every person is special in their own way. This engaging and uplifting story encourages children aged 8 and above to appreciate differences, fostering a message of love, acceptance, and harmony. Perfect for promoting inclusivity in the classroom!

Perfect for creating a display about a 1980s topic, this freebie lettering set includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and some punctuation too. Uploaded in PDF format.

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Class Dojo reward chart where children can exchange their dojos for lots of different prizes! Really motivational and not expensive to fund. Editable so you can change the font or prizes/number of dojos. KS1 KS2

This comprehensive lesson plan teaches students how to identify and correct errors in sentence structure and punctuation. The lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation, worksheets and a vocabulary picture. Students will learn how to rearrange sentences, correctly use capital letters, full stops, question marks, and exclamation marks, and identify and apply proper nouns. The lesson plan is suitable for students in Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11) and can be easily adapted for different ability levels. It is a great way to help students improve their grammar skills and write more effectively. The lesson plan is aligned with the UK National Curriculum for English and especially helps children starting in Year 3 to ensure they are up to the expected standards of Key Stage 1/Year 2 writing. It includes a variety of activities to keep students engaged, such as a picture activity and a challenge activity. The resources are all high-quality and easy to use and the lesson plan is clear and concise, making it easy for teachers to follow. Tags: ofsted, standards, quality, subject leadership, assessment, back to school, start of year, outstanding, observation, effective teaching, my turn your turn, interview

Empower your students’ rounding abilities with our comprehensive set of Blank Number Lines for Rounding. These invaluable resources are specifically designed to support students in developing a strong understanding of rounding by visually representing the numbers on a number line. Our Blank Number Lines provide a clear and structured framework for students to practice rounding to the nearest whole number, decimal place, or any other specified rounding interval. Each number line is strategically designed to identify multiple points on either side of the given number, facilitating a more precise and accurate rounding process. Using these blank templates, students can actively engage with the concept of rounding by placing the target number on the number line and identifying the closest whole number or decimal value based on the specified rounding criteria. This hands-on approach promotes a deeper comprehension of rounding principles and helps students visualize the relationship between numbers. By utilizing these Blank Number Lines for Rounding, students will: Develop a solid grasp of rounding techniques by locating numbers on a visual scale. Enhance their ability to identify and distinguish numbers within a given interval. Strengthen their understanding of how rounding impacts values at different decimal places. Gain confidence in applying rounding principles to real-life scenarios. Whether you’re teaching whole numbers, decimals, or more complex rounding concepts, our Blank Number Lines provide a versatile tool to support student learning at various levels. These printable resources are ideal for in-class exercises, homework assignments, maths centers, or individual practice. Don’t let rounding become a challenge for your students. Empower them with the visual precision of Blank Number Lines for Rounding and witness their rounding skills flourish. Download this invaluable resource now and bring accuracy and confidence to your maths lessons!

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A free taster of our Roman Legends - Escape to Pompeii Writing unit. This lesson helps children to recognise, and use, prepositions in a sentence. Prepositions are important when constructing sentences. A preposition sits before a noun to show the noun’s relationship to another word in the sentence. This lesson has detailed planning, PowerPoint and all resources provided. This lesson is also differentiated three ways. Great to use as a one off lesson or as part of the full unit that you can find here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12609998 L.O: Use prepositional phrases. Success Criteria: I have identified a range of prepositions. I have used prepositions. I have used prepositional openers. Lower children will be supported with sentence scaffolds that they can place together to make a silly sentence. Higher children will also be challenged to use prepositions to create sentence openers.

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This A4 PDF contains a blank clock (without numbers) and an hour and minute hand to stick on and use. You could also add them using a split pin and laminate so that children have their own clock to use for a low cost. Brilliant for role play or learning to tell the time. ks1 ks2 maths clock telling the time

Celebrate Ramadan or enhance your Islamic studies display with this beautiful, FREE lettering set! Featuring uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and punctuation, all adorned with intricate Islamic patterns, this resource is perfect for adding a touch of cultural richness to your classroom. What’s Included: ★ Punctuation: Essential punctuation marks to complete your displays and projects. ★ Editable PowerPoint Format: Easily customize colors, sizes, and arrangements to suit your needs. ★ Print-Ready PDF: High-quality PDF for hassle-free printing and display. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Visually Stunning: Captivating Islamic patterns add a unique and authentic touch to your classroom. ★ Versatile: Perfect for Ramadan decorations, Islamic studies displays, bulletin boards, and more. ★ Educational: Engage students with the beauty of Islamic art and calligraphy while reinforcing letter and number recognition. ★ Easy to Use: Simply print and cut out the letters and numbers, or customize them in PowerPoint for a personalized touch. ★ FREE Download: Enhance your classroom resources without breaking the bank. Create a vibrant and culturally enriching learning environment with this FREE Islamic Pattern Lettering & Numbers resource! Ideal for: Ramadan decorations, Islamic studies, cultural awareness, classroom displays, bulletin boards, art projects, EYFS, KS1, KS2.

Our Teaching Assistant Planner Template is a straightforward resource designed to help teachers organise and communicate daily tasks for their teaching assistants. This one-page PDF features an easy-to-use layout with sections to note down the day’s timetable, specific students who need support, and any additional tasks that need to be completed. The template includes space for teachers to fill in details about each lesson and identify which children require focused attention. It also provides a section for listing other jobs, with a prompt to ensure all tasks are clearly communicated. Ideal for maintaining clarity and efficiency in the classroom, this planner template supports effective collaboration between teachers and teaching assistants, ensuring that every lesson runs smoothly and all pupils receive the support they need.

Streamline your lesson planning with our one-page Assessment for Learning Template, designed to help teachers reflect on and enhance their classroom practice. This concise PDF includes tables prompting educators to consider key aspects of their lessons, such as what went well, which pupils excelled, and who may need additional support or challenges. Perfect for both new and experienced teachers, this template covers essential elements like subject, date, and learning objectives. It encourages thoughtful assessment by asking critical questions about next steps, key questions, misconceptions, and common spelling errors. Additionally, it allows you to identify pupils who require further intervention or need to complete their work. Ideal for use across all subjects, this template is a valuable tool for fostering reflective teaching and ensuring that every lesson meets the needs of all students.

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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.

Are you looking for a way to showcase the Characteristics of Effective Teaching and Learning in your EYFS setting? Do you want to inform and inspire your staff and parents about how children learn best? If so, you will love these bright and informative posters! These posters are based on the latest guidance from Development Matters 2020, which outlines the three sets of characteristics that support children’s learning and development: Playing and Exploring: Children investigate and experience things, and ‘have a go’ Active Learning: Children concentrate and keep on trying if they encounter difficulties, and enjoy achievements Creating and Thinking Critically: Children have and develop their own ideas, make links between ideas, and develop strategies for doing things Each poster features a clear and concise statement for each characteristic, as well as examples of how adults can support children’s learning through positive relationships and enabling environments. These posters will help you to plan and deliver engaging and meaningful lessons, activities and continuous provisions that foster children’s curiosity, creativity and confidence. These posters are ideal for displaying in your classroom, staff room, or reception area, as well as for sharing with parents and carers. They will help you to demonstrate your understanding and implementation of the EYFS framework, as well as to celebrate and promote the amazing learning that happens every day in your setting. SEND SEN SENCO EYFS observation ks1 ks2 ks3 fs1 fs2 slt senior leadership team

Ensure comprehensive e-safety monitoring across your school with our tailored E-Safety Surveys, designed specifically for Reception, Year 1/2, Year 3/4, and Year 5/6. These surveys are an invaluable tool for computing coordinators and internet safety subject leaders, offering clear insights into how e-safety practices are being understood and implemented at different key stages. Developed with the rigor of an Ofsted computing deep dive in mind, these surveys help you assess students’ awareness and behaviors related to online safety. The feedback gathered can be used to refine your e-safety curriculum and address any areas of concern, ensuring that your school’s approach to internet safety is both effective and up-to-date. Each survey is easy to administer and analyze, making them ideal for inclusion in a subject leader’s file or folder. Whether you’re preparing for an Ofsted inspection or simply looking to enhance your school’s e-safety strategy, these surveys provide the data you need to support informed decision-making and ongoing improvement in this critical area of education.

Simplify your planning and ensure consistent skill development across year groups with our Computing Progression of Skills Grids. Designed for subject coordinators and teachers in mixed year groups, this resource breaks down key computing skills into clear, year-by-year expectations, making it easier to track and support student progress. Each of the seven Word documents focuses on a specific area of computing, including Programming, Digital Exploration, Communication and Collaboration, Multimedia, Digital Media, Music and Sound, and Data. These grids provide detailed guidance on what students should know at each stage, helping you tailor lessons to meet the needs of all learners, including those who may require additional support. Rated outstanding by Ofsted, these grids are also a valuable addition to any subject lead’s ICT file or folder, offering a robust framework for lesson planning and progression monitoring. Whether you’re preparing for an inspection or looking to enhance your computing curriculum, this resource provides the structure you need to deliver high-quality computing education across KS1 and KS2.