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We’re a helpful hub for primary school teachers and early years practitioners. Find articles on education, advice, wellbeing and free resources and activity ideas.
Who can carve the best pumpkin? – Halloween competition
A chance to win a whole array of Christmas crafts for your school with our Halloween Competition! Find out how you can win.
Top teacher podcasts
With podcasts increasing in popularity, find inspiration for your classes, work life, and personal life with our top teacher podcasts.
Natural tree decoration
Get in the festive spirit with this natural tree decoration craft. Go on an adventure in the outdoors and discover how to create this craft.
A magical foraged winter woodland
Encourage a lifelong love of learning about nature. So why not create a magical winter woodland using foraged natural and recycled resources.
Top tips for creating display boards
Take inspiration from Display Lady and create fun display boards for your classroom. Discover Lois’ top tips for creating display boards!
World Space Week
World Space Week takes place annually in October. This year’s theme celebrates space and sustainability. Read our blog to find out more.
Phonics games & activities
Phonics is crucial but can be hard to make fun. Get creative with our phonics games & activities and let children enjoy the world of phonics.
Top Ten Back to School Ice Breakers
September marks back to school, a change of season for many. Ice breakers are a great way to encourage participation in the classroom.
Fun recycling classroom activities- Recycling competition & free download
For recycling week we have created some recycling classroom activities you do. Encourage children to recycle whilst having fun with it.
How to handle sensitive issues in the classroom
Dealing with sensitive issues in the classroom can be a challenge. So, we have laid out some tips that can help you in the process.
The history of Queen Elizabeth II
Here at Hope, we pay tribute to Her Majesty the Queen by delving into the history of Queen Elizabeth before and after she was crowned.
International literacy day: transform your learning space
International Literacy Day is on the 8th September. Find out how you can transform your classroom into a designated literacy learning space.