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Handwriting – Is it Still Important?
Author: Lindsay Robinson Lindsay Robinson has been a primary school teacher for 23 years and is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children through quality first teaching and experiences. From my experience in classrooms from Reception to Year Six,...
The Uniqueness of Children
Author: Alice Sharp As a young teacher I can remember how much time and effort went into looking at the SHAP Calender. This is a calendar of festivals around the world. We had to try and ensure we celebrated anything relevant but also introduce other festivals from...
Children’s Mental Health Week – Know Yourself, Grow Yourself
Author: Lindsay Robinson Lindsay Robinson has been a primary school teacher for 23 years and is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children through quality first teaching and experiences. When I think back to my decision to become a primary school...
Top tips to create a SEND-Friendly Primary School Classroom
Author Lindsay Robinson Lindsay Robinson has been a primary school teacher for 23 years and is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children through quality first teaching and experiences. I remember receiving very little guidance during my teacher...
Managing Mixed Ability Primary Classes
Author: Lindsay Robinson As a Primary school teacher with over 23 years of experience I have taught many classes with mixed abilities and wanted to share my thoughts on this as well as some helpful advice and resource recommendations. I hope you find the...
Celebrating being part of a Global Community
Author: Alice Sharp As a young teacher I can remember how much time and effort went into looking at the SHAP Calender. This is a calendar of festivals around the world. We had to try and ensure we celebrated anything relevant but also introduce other festivals from...
Are you familiar with CLASSMATES?
The best big brand alternative for classroom Stationery, Art and Crafts, Exercise Books and more. The education resource brand you can trust. CLASSMATES believe that quality should not come at a price and understand that schools, nurseries and colleges nurturing,...
Valentine’s Day crafts for your class
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, to get in the spirit we have teamed up with some teachers to bring you Valentine’s Day crafts for your class
Ask the Expert: NEW Remote Control Animals
Introduce early years learners to the world of coding with our brand new Remote Control Woodland Animals! Perfect for developing motor skills through fun and engaging play.
Stress Relief Tips for Children
Here are some handy stress relief tips for children. To help you manage children’s wellbeing and allow them to practise mindfulness for stress awareness week
5 steps to managing big emotions- free downloadable poster
Help your pupils with their feelings by using our 5 steps to managing big emotions. Read our blog to discover how to support your class.
How to build self-esteem in children
Discover how to build self-esteem in children through our handy blog. Implement the strategies to boost confidence and self-esteem in pupils.