Teaching is hard work! I hope that my range of resources will help engage your students and bring a little fun and joy back to your lessons. I'm Nicki, an experienced teacher of Social Sciences. I have been teaching Sociology, Psychology and Health and Social Care for over 10 years. I hope you and your students will enjoy using these resources.
Teaching is hard work! I hope that my range of resources will help engage your students and bring a little fun and joy back to your lessons. I'm Nicki, an experienced teacher of Social Sciences. I have been teaching Sociology, Psychology and Health and Social Care for over 10 years. I hope you and your students will enjoy using these resources.
This GCSE Sociology Scheme of Work is a complete, easy-to-use course plan designed to guide teachers through each topic of the GCSE Sociology curriculum. Can be adapted for different exam boards.
**Includes the topics: **
Introduction to Sociology – Social structures, key theories (Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism).
Social Stratification – Class, power, inequality, and social mobility in the UK.
Families – Family roles, marriage, diversity, and sociological perspectives.
Education – Purpose, inequality, and the impact of policies on education.
Crime and Deviance – Definitions, causes, crime patterns, and the justice system.
Research Methods – Qualitative and quantitative research, ethics, and data analysis.
This Scheme of Work is ideal for busy teachers aiming to deliver an effective, exam-focused course that meets the needs of diverse students across multiple exam boards.
Bring the complex topic of crime and deviance to life in your sociology classroom with our Sociology Loop Cards—specially designed for A-level, GCSE, or any course that covers crime and deviance. These cards are perfect for reinforcing key concepts, fostering active learning, and sparking insightful discussions.
What’s Inside?
30 engaging loop cards covering essential crime and deviance topics such as:
o Anomie and Strain Theory
o Marxist Views on Crime
o Subcultural Theory
o Moral Panics and Media Influence
o Labelling Theory and Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
o White-Collar and Corporate Crime
o Social Control Mechanisms and Formal/Informal Control
o Gender and Crime
o Social Class and Crime
o Realist Theories: Left Realism and Right Realism
Contains thought-provoking questions that encourage students to connect sociological theory with real-world events and contemporary issues.
Why You’ll Love It:
• Flexible Use: Ideal for individual, paired, or group activities.
• Differentiated Learning: Accessible for mixed abilities, with a balance of foundational concepts and deeper theory.
• Interactive & Fun: Keeps students engaged, helping them retain key ideas through hands-on learning.
These Sociology Loop Cards go beyond simple memorisation—they’re a dynamic tool to deepen understanding and boost confidence. Use them as a starter, a review exercise, or a creative way to wrap up your lessons. Download today and make learning crime and deviance an engaging experience!
Help your students master the essential vocabulary of social stratification with theory and methods with this comprehensive resource, perfect for GCSE and A-Level Sociology classes. Featuring over 400 key terms covering social class, inequality, social mobility, and sociological theory and methods, this pack is an invaluable tool for building subject knowledge and exam confidence.
What’s Included:
400+ Key Terms: Comprehensive definitions for stratification and theory and methods topics, aligned with curriculum standards.
Practical Uses: Adaptable for starter activities, plenaries, word searches, bingo games, and revision sessions to keep learning dynamic and engaging.
Theory Integration: Terms linked to key sociological perspectives like functionalism, Marxism, feminism, and interactionism, providing context and critical depth.
Student-Friendly Format: Easy-to-read glossary that support independent study and classwork.
Revision-Ready: Ideal for creating flashcards, mock tests, and other revision resources to consolidate learning.
Turn complex sociological ideas into manageable, interactive lessons that foster critical thinking and academic success. This is the go-to resource for bringing the concept of social stratification to life in your classroom!
This comprehensive Sociology Crime and Deviance with Theory and Mehods Revision Resource is designed to support students in mastering the key concepts, theories, and debates across the entire curriculum. Perfect for exam preparation, class revision, or independent study, this resource covers all the essential content, aligned with the AO1 assessment objectives, and includes engaging activities for consolidation and deeper understanding.
What’s Included:
400+ Key Terms: Comprehensive definitions for crime and deviance with theory and methods topics, aligned with curriculum standards.
Practical Uses: Adaptable for starter activities, plenaries, word searches, bingo games, and revision sessions to keep learning dynamic and engaging.
Theory Integration: Terms linked to key sociological perspectives like functionalism, Marxism, feminism, and interactionism, providing context and critical depth.
Student-Friendly Format: Easy-to-read glossary that support independent study and classwork.
Revision-Ready: Ideal for creating flashcards, mock tests, and other revision resources to consolidate learning.
AO1 Content Review: Focused content designed specifically to cover AO1 (Knowledge and Understanding) requirements, ensuring students are well-prepared to demonstrate their understanding in exams.
Why Choose This Resource?
Comprehensive: Covers everything from key theories to terminology, with a balanced focus on sociological understanding and exam readiness.
Flexible: Ideal for GCSE and A-Level students studying any major syllabus (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC).
Perfect for teachers, students, and anyone preparing for assessments!
Enhance your sociology curriculum with this in-depth resource focused on the key topics of Family, Households, and Sociological Research Methods. Ideal for A-Level and GCSE students, this ready-to-use resource offers clear explanations, engaging activities, and exam-focused revision materials to help students understand essential concepts such as family structures, roles, relationships, and household dynamics in contemporary society.
The Research Methods section introduces students to qualitative and quantitative research techniques, equipping them with the tools to critically analyse sociological data. Packed with accessible explanations, practical examples, and exam-style questions, this resource will help students strengthen their knowledge, boost exam performance, and develop key sociological thinking skills.
Whether you’re preparing for lessons, revision, or independent study, this comprehensive resource is designed to make complex topics approachable and engaging. Perfect for both teachers and students, it provides everything needed to master these crucial sociological themes.
This comprehensive resource provides clear and concise definitions for key terms and concepts in the Sociology of Education, tailored for A-Level and GCSE Sociology students. Perfect for revision or as a teaching aid, this resource covers essential topics such as the Tripartite System, Selection by Mortgage, Setting and Streaming, Covert Selection, and more. Each term is explained with reference to its impact on educational achievement and its sociological significance, helping students understand how various factors influence educational outcomes and perpetuate inequality. Whether you’re revising for exams or preparing lesson plans, this resource is a must-have for mastering the complex theories and terminology of the sociology of education.
Key features:
Clear definitions of key terms and concepts
Concise explanations of how each term affects educational achievement
Perfect for exam revision or class activities
Ideal for A-Level and GCSE Sociology students
Suitable for all exam boards
Ensure your students grasp the core ideas of education theory and improve their understanding of how social factors shape education.
Bring excitement to your sociology lessons with Cards Against Sociology—a fun, interactive game inspired by the popular Cards Against Humanity format!
Perfect for all Sociology students, this game helps reinforce key concepts in Theory and Methods while encouraging creative thinking and collaboration.
What’s Included:
• 12 Question Cards (black cards) featuring fill-in-the-blank statements and humorous sociological prompts.
• 30+ Answer Cards (white cards) packed with key terms, theories, and funny responses related to theory and methods.
• Fully printable PDF file, with easy-to-cut cards to get the game started quickly.
• Instructions for how to play the game in a classroom setting, with suggestions for adapting it for different group sizes, including online.
How to Use:
• Revision: A unique way to recap and reinforce knowledge of sociological theory and methods in an engaging, informal setting.
• Classroom Activity: Use as a starter or plenary activity to break up the lesson and energise students.
• Small Group Learning: Perfect for small group activities or peer learning exercises where students can apply their sociological understanding.
Key Benefits:
• Engaging & Fun: Makes complex sociological concepts easier to digest and recall.
• Collaborative Learning: Encourages students to discuss and debate the best responses, promoting peer-to-peer learning.
• Humour & Sociology: Combines humour with education, helping students connect with the material in a meaningful way.
• Flexible Use: Can be played in various ways depending on the time available and group size.
Perfect For:
• GCSE & A-LEVEL Sociology students revising Theory and Methods topics.
• Teachers looking to diversify their lesson activities with interactive and enjoyable revision tools.
• Group work sessions or classroom fun while covering essential sociology content.
Bring sociology to life with this card game and watch your students engage, laugh, and most importantly, learn!
Download now and get your students excited about revising sociology!