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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.
6 ways to take literacy outside
Taking your literacy lessons outside is a great way to change up your routine and get your class engaged. Here are six simple ways you can do exactly that.
15 spooktacular Halloween activities for schools
From making your own blood to potion instruction labels, our spooky Halloween activities for schools will bring some fun festivities to your classroom.
5 of the best Black History Month resources
If you’re looking for free activities & ideas to teach Black History topics, our list of the best Black History Month resources has got you covered!
37 simple story starters for KS1 children
Just picking up a pen and writing is difficult for the best of us. Use these 37 story starters to get your KS1’s creative juices flowing!
What is maths mastery?
Maths mastery originated in high-performing nations in Asia, but what is maths mastery? And how can it be used in the UK to improve maths skills?
32 good story starters for KS2 and free writing
Creative writing is such a joy to teach, but as a pupil, a blank page can be intimidating. Start them off with one of our good story starters for KS2.
Introducing the first Hope Education Brand Ambassadors
Introducing Hope Education’s first Brand Ambassadors. Together, we will work to bring innovation and inspiration to primary classrooms everywhere.
How kids learn to code: the school coding and programming journey
What should kids learn about coding at what point in their school life? We’ve got the entire school coding and programming journey mapped out for you.
7 ways to support autistic children in schools
Expert Lynn McCann explains some key considerations for teachers when looking to support autistic children in school.
27 classroom decoration ideas to make your classroom sparkle
Need some inspiration for your next classroom refresh? This collection of 27 classroom decoaration ideas comes from fellow teachers like you.
Using the senses to stimulate inclusion and learning
Expert Jo Grace explains how sensory experiences within education offer therapeutic benefits and enrich the learning experience.
19 back to school activities for the classroom
Back to school activity inspiration! We’ve gathered some of the best ideas from across the internet to inspire your first-day-back lesson planning.