‘Why closing the word gap matters’ Oxford Language report from Oxford University Press (OUP) investigates the true issues behind the increasing number of children with limited language skills as they enter school; in the data collected from 1,300 teachers, 49% of...
Whether you can see sun or snow through the window, it’s possible to teach phonics outdoors, giving them a fresh and exciting lift. Mixing a sensory-rich environment into how you teach phonics can help to improve your pupils’ understanding. All literacy skills,...
Using LEGO ® in the classroom isn’t a new idea. But it is a great idea. Building language using LEGO bricks is a fantastic way to engage a class, as well as provide a multi-sensory approach to building literacy skills. Using either LEGO or Duplo, you can easily create...
7 outdoor summer activities for kids There’s no denying the benefits of outdoor play, and with the summer here, we’ve put together 7 fun, low cost summer outdoor activities perfect for kids. Each idea will require different skills, with different areas of learning...
“I can’t do maths.” It seems to be such a common way of thinking. Usually it comes as a throw away comment but for some, even the thought of maths can be terrifying. It’s known as maths anxiety. Rapid heart beat, sweat, a million and one thoughts running through the...
Looking for something engaging and excited to do in your next English lesson around writing composition and inferences? We’ve got just the thing for you… Below is a brilliant idea from primary school teacher & reading lead, Emily Weston (@primaryteachew). The...
