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.

All drugs have… board game suitable for KS2/3. Comes with risk cards, board, answers and questions. Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 Y12

A board game for drug education. Great for PSHE. Full set of board, scenarios, drug name cards, questions, answers and rules.

Kickstart your Year 5 maths curriculum with this comprehensive 5-lesson unit on place value and decimals! Designed to solidify foundational skills and challenge young learners, this resource is perfect for the back-to-school season or anytime you need to reinforce these essential concepts. What’s Included: ★ 5 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including learning objectives, engaging activities, and differentiation strategies to cater to all abilities. ★ 5 Interactive PowerPoint Presentations: Visually appealing slides with clear explanations, examples, and practice problems to enhance student understanding. ★ Ready-to-Use Worksheets: A variety of differentiated worksheets to reinforce learning and assess progress. ★ Place Value Grids: Visual aids to help students grasp the concept of place value up to 1 million and beyond. Key Skills Covered: ★ Place Value: Understanding the value of each digit in numbers up to 1 million, including decimals. ★ Reading and Writing Numbers: Representing numbers in standard form, expanded form, and word form. ★ Comparing and Ordering Numbers: Using place value to compare and order numbers, including decimals. ★ Counting in Powers of 10: Counting forwards and backward in steps of 10, 100, 1000, and beyond. ★ Decimals: Understanding tenths, hundredths, and thousandths, and their relationship to whole numbers. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for Year 5 maths. ★ Engaging and Interactive: Activities are designed to be fun and hands-on, promoting active learning. ★ Differentiated: Caters to a range of abilities, ensuring all students are challenged and supported. ★ Ready-to-Use: Save valuable prep time with all materials provided in a clear and organized format. ★ Perfect for Back to School: Help students refresh their knowledge and build a strong foundation for the year ahead. Empower your Year 5 students to master place value and decimals with this comprehensive and engaging maths unit! Key stage 2 y5 math mathematics mastery

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.

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.

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

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!

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

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.

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

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

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.

Make learning phonics a lucky charm with these St. Patrick’s Day Initial Sound Peg Cards! This engaging resource is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day while reinforcing essential early literacy skills. Featuring 16 beautifully illustrated cards, children will have a blast identifying initial sounds and developing their phonemic awareness. What’s Inside: ★ 16 Vibrant Picture Cards: Each card showcases a clear, captivating image related to St. Patrick’s Day (clover, leprechaun, pot of gold, etc.). ★ Three Letter Options: Below each picture, three letter choices are presented, allowing children to select the correct initial sound. ★ Perfect for Pegging: Designed for use with pegs (not included), these cards encourage fine motor skill development alongside phonics practice. ★ Can also be laminated to be drawn on with whiteboard pens Other St. Patrick’s Day resources: ★ Create Your Pot of Gold Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS Learning Benefits: ★ Reinforces Initial Sound Recognition: Helps children identify and differentiate between initial sounds in words. ★ Develops Phonemic Awareness: Strengthens the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds in spoken words. ★ Enhances Vocabulary: Introduces and reinforces St. Patrick’s Day-themed vocabulary. ★ Improves Fine Motor Skills: Pegging the correct letter promotes dexterity and hand-eye coordination. ★ Engaging and Interactive: Makes learning phonics fun and hands-on. How to Use: ★ Children look at the picture on each card. ★ They say the word aloud and listen for the initial sound. ★ They then use a peg to mark the correct letter from the three options provided. Ideal for: ★ EYFS and KS1 classrooms ★ Phonics lessons ★ Learning centers ★ Home learning ★ St. Patrick’s Day activities

Let your children’s imaginations sizzle with this engaging “My Perfect Pancake” writing and creative worksheet! This delightful resource combines writing practice with artistic expression, perfect for celebrating Pancake Day or any food-themed lesson. Children will love designing their dream pancake and explaining their tasty choices! What’s Inside: ★ “I have chosen to put… on my pancake because…” Writing Prompt: This simple yet powerful prompt encourages children to use descriptive language and explain their reasoning. They’ll justify their topping choices, fostering critical thinking and creative writing. ★ Large Pancake Illustration: A clear and inviting pancake picture provides a blank canvas for children to decorate. ★ 10 Pages of Cut-Out Ingredients: A vibrant collection of colourful ingredient images, including fruits, sauces, sprinkles, and more. Children can cut and paste these directly onto their pancake, bringing their creations to life. ★ Option to Draw Ingredients: For added creativity, children can also draw their own unique pancake toppings, making this worksheet truly personalised. Combine this with: ★ Pancake Paradise Cafe - Role Play Area for EYFS and KS1 ★ Create Your Own Pancake Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS ★ Pancake Day Phonics: Initial Sound Peg Cards for EYFS ★ Pancake Day Number Match: Counting Peg Cards for EYFS Why This Worksheet is Perfect: ★ Encourages Creative Writing: Sparks imagination and helps children develop descriptive language. ★ Develops Reasoning Skills: The “because…” section prompts children to explain their choices. ★ Enhances Fine Motor Skills: Cutting and pasting the ingredients improves dexterity. ★ Promotes Artistic Expression: Children can design their ideal pancake visually. ★ Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom activities, home learning, or Pancake Day celebrations. How to Use: ★ Children write or dictate their chosen toppings and reasons. ★ They can then cut out and paste the provided ingredients or draw their own. ★ Display their finished “Perfect Pancake” creations for a colourful and engaging classroom display.

Make counting a sweet treat with these Pancake Day Number Match Peg Cards! This engaging and interactive resource is perfect for reinforcing number recognition and counting skills during your Pancake Day celebrations. Children will love matching the correct number of items to the corresponding numeral using pegs. What’s Inside: ★ 20 Number Peg Cards: Each card features a clear image related to Pancake Day (e.g., pancakes, berries, chocolate chips) and three number options at the bottom. ★ Duplicate Picture Boxes: At the top of each card, there are duplicate images of the item, allowing children to count them accurately. ★ Perfect for Pegging: Designed for use with pegs (not included), these cards promote fine motor skill development alongside number recognition. Combine this with: ★ Pancake Day Phonics: Initial Sound Peg Cards for EYFS ★ Pancake Paradise Cafe - Role Play Area for EYFS and KS1 ★ Create Your Own Pancake Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS ★ “My Perfect Pancake” Writing Activity - EYFS Pancake Day Learning Benefits: ★ Reinforces Number Recognition: Helps children identify and match numerals to quantities. ★ Develops Counting Skills: Strengthens the ability to count objects accurately. ★ Enhances One-to-One Correspondence: Children learn to match each object to a corresponding number. ★ Improves Fine Motor Skills: Pegging the correct number promotes dexterity and hand-eye coordination. ★ Engaging and Interactive: Makes learning numbers fun and hands-on. How to Use: ★ Children count the number of items in the duplicate picture boxes at the top of the card. ★ They then use a peg to mark the correct number from the three options provided at the bottom. Ideal for: ★ EYFS and KS1 classrooms ★ Maths lessons ★ Learning centers ★ Home learning ★ Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday activities

Make learning phonics a flipping good time with these Pancake Day Initial Sound Peg Cards! This engaging resource is perfect for celebrating Pancake Day while reinforcing essential early literacy skills. Featuring 20 beautifully illustrated cards, children will have a blast identifying initial sounds and developing their phonemic awareness. What’s Inside: ★ 20 Vibrant Picture Cards: Each card showcases a clear, captivating image related to Pancake Day (pancakes, syrup, milk, etc.). ★ Three Letter Options: Below each picture, three letter choices are presented, allowing children to select the correct initial sound. ★ Perfect for Pegging: Designed for use with pegs (not included), these cards encourage fine motor skill development alongside phonics practice. ★ Can also be laminated to be drawn on with whiteboard pens Other Pancake Day resources: ★ Create Your Own Pancake Maths Activity - Tuff Tray - Counting EYFS ★ Pancake Paradise Cafe - Role Play Area for EYFS and KS1 ★ “My Perfect Pancake” Writing Activity - EYFS Pancake Day Learning Benefits: ★ Reinforces Initial Sound Recognition: Helps children identify and differentiate between initial sounds in words. ★ Develops Phonemic Awareness: Strengthens the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds in spoken words. ★ Enhances Vocabulary: Introduces and reinforces Pancake Day-themed vocabulary. ★ Improves Fine Motor Skills: Pegging the correct letter promotes dexterity and hand-eye coordination. ★ Engaging and Interactive: Makes learning phonics fun and hands-on. How to Use: ★ Children look at the picture on each card. ★ They say the word aloud and listen for the initial sound. ★ They then use a peg to mark the correct letter from the three options provided. Ideal for: ★ EYFS and KS1 classrooms ★ Phonics lessons ★ Learning centers ★ Home learning ★ Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday activities

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.