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.

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

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.

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.

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

Our Teacher and Classroom Supplies Checklist is a practical two-page PDF designed to help educators ensure they have everything they need for a successful school year. This resource includes two comprehensive lists: one for personal items every teacher should have and another for essential classroom supplies. Perfect for new teachers or anyone looking to stay organised, this checklist serves as a helpful prompt to make sure nothing is overlooked. Whether you’re setting up your classroom or preparing for the term ahead, this resource ensures that you have all the necessary tools and materials at hand, creating a well-equipped and efficient teaching environment. Tags: back to school, new job, ECT, wellbeing

Our New Job Questions Resource is a practical 10-page PDF designed to help teachers gather essential information when starting a new role. This resource features ten themed grids, with five tailored questions in each grid, covering key areas such as classroom setup, behaviour management, safeguarding, and more. Each grid includes space for teachers to record their findings and notes about the school, ensuring that you have all necessary details at your fingertips. Whether you’re a newly qualified teacher or moving to a new school, this resource will help you systematically gather and organise important information, making your transition smoother and more efficient. Ideal for creating a clear understanding of your new environment, this resource supports you in setting up effectively and getting off to a strong start.

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

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.

Our Classroom Expectations Planning Guide is a valuable resource for teachers looking to establish clear and consistent routines in their classrooms. This six-page PDF features tables with thought-provoking questions designed to help you, and your pupils, collaboratively create a set of expectations that everyone can follow. The guide includes prompts such as “What should I do when I enter the classroom in the morning?”, “Where do I put my belongings?”, and “How do we behave in assembly?”. These questions encourage reflection on daily routines, from managing personal items to participating in the register and assembly. Once completed, these expectations can be displayed in the classroom, providing a constant reference point for students. Ideal for setting a positive tone from the start of the school year, this resource helps ensure that all pupils understand and adhere to the agreed-upon behaviours and routines. Perfect for fostering a well-organised and respectful classroom environment. Tags: Behaviour management, back to school, ECT, classroom organisation, routines, transition, induction

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Bring some Christmas joy to your classroom with these 5 Christmas Reading Lessons! Perfect for the last week of term or spread out across the Autumn term, these lessons are perfect to bring excitement to your classroom. These lessons are based on the text Haunted Christmas by S. E. Schlosser, which has been divided up in small sections to be able to evaluate and discuss. Slightly spooky, these lessons are suitable for KS2. In the PowerPoint, there are visual pictures to represent the key vocabulary for each day. Resources included: x5 lesson plans PowerPoint with images for each lesson Comprehension questions Haunted Christmas text - divided into sections Lesson 1: L.O. To describe my first impressions of the story. Lesson 2: L.O. To predict what might happen next in the story. Lesson 3: L.O. To use drama to consider the emotions and feelings of the characters Lesson 4: L.O. To create my own questions about the text. Lesson 5: L.O. To use drama to consider the emotions and feelings of the characters y5 y6 outstanding reciprocal y3 y4 year 5 year 6 ks2 religious education Christianity xmas santa snow festive horror reciprocal reading activities

Inspire your Year 3-6 students with this exciting, hands-on science lesson all about the incredible ways animals have adapted to survive in the harshest corners of our planet. This comprehensive package has everything you need to teach animal adaptations. What You Get: ★ Engaging Lesson Plan: A step-by-step guide with clear objectives, activities, and differentiated tasks to cater to all abilities. ★ Interactive PowerPoint Presentation: Captivating slides packed with vibrant images, thought-provoking questions, and key information to spark curiosity and discussion. ★ Handy Word Bank: A vocabulary-boosting resource to help students understand and use scientific terminology related to adaptations. ★ Animal Picture Cards: High-quality visuals of different animals from the Arctic and desert to inspire student research and presentations. ★ Curated Research Links: A selection of reliable, age-appropriate websites to support student research and deepen their understanding of animal adaptations. What Your Students Will Learn: ★ Habitats: What makes a habitat and how the Arctic and desert pose unique challenges for animals. ★ Adaptations: The amazing ways animals have evolved, both physically and behaviorally, to thrive in extreme environments. ★ Comparing and Contrasting: How different animals have adapted to different habitats, developing critical thinking skills in the process. ★ Research and Presentation Skills: Students will conduct independent research, create informative fact files, and confidently share their knowledge with the class. Why This Resource is a Must-Have: ★ Aligns with the National Curriculum: Designed to meet the key objectives for KS2 science. ★ Differentiated for All Abilities: Ensures all learners are challenged and supported at their own level. ★ Hands-on Learning: Packed with interactive activities to keep your class engaged and excited about science. ★ Easy to Use: All materials are ready to go, saving you valuable prep time. ★ Created by a Teacher, for Teachers: Designed by an experienced educator with a passion for bringing science to life in the classroom. Spark a lifelong love of science with this unforgettable lesson on animal adaptations! Perfect for: KS2 Science, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, animal adaptations, habitats, Arctic, desert, living things, science investigation

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

Ignite your KS1 students’ passion for dance and creativity with this engaging 3-lesson unit! Designed to foster self-expression, physical coordination, and an appreciation for movement, this resource is perfect for introducing young learners to the joy of dance. What’s Included: ✬ 3 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including clear learning objectives, warm-up activities, creative movement explorations, and cool-down exercises. ✬ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are adaptable to various skill levels, ensuring all students feel successful and challenged. ✬ Cross-Curricular Connections: Integrate dance with art and music, enhancing students’ understanding of colour and its emotional impact. ✬ Focus on Expression: Encourage students to explore different moods and feelings through movement, fostering creativity and confidence. ✬ Collaborative Learning: Promote teamwork and communication through partner and group activities. Key Learning Outcomes: ✬ Movement Skills: Students will develop fundamental movement skills like locomotor skills, non-locomotor skills, and spatial awareness. ✬ Expressive Skills: Students will learn to express different moods and feelings through movement, using their bodies as a creative tool. ✬ Observation Skills: Students will develop their ability to observe and appreciate the movements of others, fostering a deeper understanding of dance as an art form. ✬ Collaboration: Students will work together to create and perform dances, building teamwork and communication skills. Why Choose This Resource? ✬ Engaging and Fun: Children will love exploring movement through the lens of colour, making learning a joyful experience. ✬ Easy to Implement: Lesson plans are clear, concise, and require minimal preparation. ✬ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS1 PE. ✬ Teacher-Approved: Created by experienced educators with a passion for dance and movement education. Spark a lifelong love of dance in your KS1 students with this outstanding dance unit! Ideal for: KS1 PE, dance, movement, creativity, expression, physical education, primary school, elementary school.

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com An outstanding rated maths lesson based around ordering and comparing decimals including reasoning and mastery. Ideal for a 30 minute - 1 hour lesson. observation interview ofsted nqt ks2 uks2 year 5 year 6 decimal money problem solving