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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.
Free download: Academic year activity wall planner 2023/24
Download our free printable activity wall planner for schools with the full academic year filled with all of the key dates you need to help you with lesson and assembly planning. The ultimate teacher calendar!
Back to school checklist for teachers
Download our free back to school checklist for teachers to ensure you are prepared for the new school year. Read our blog to find out more!
How to refresh your mind over the school holidays
We explore effective ways to refresh your mind over the school holidays, so you can come back better than ever. Read more on our blog.
LEGO® professional development workshops and training sessions
Find out how to deliver engaging Computing, STEM and Design & Technology lessons using LEGO® Education’s innovative resources in one of our sessions.
Summer Baking: Afternoon tea week
Create your own afternoon tea for afternoon tea week with our delicious summer baking recipes! Enjoy in the sun or even rain as a pick me up!
How to: Electric Circuits
Make electric circuits fun and engaging with our circuit activity boards. Follow the step by steps to create your own!
Summer holiday activities quiz
Stuck on what to do throughout the rest of the holidays? Take our summer holiday activities quiz to gain fun & engaging ideas kids will love.
Hope are ERA awards 2023 winners!
Having been shortlisted for Supplier of the Year over £10m annual turnover, Hope was crowned ERA Awards 2023 winners!
Nature crafts for kids
We have teamed up with a few friends to bring you amazing nature crafts for kids. Use these crafts to entice children to get outside this summer.
Summer activities for kids
We have set out ten exciting and educational indoor summer activities for kids to keep them entertained throughout the holidays.
Classroom organisation tips
Get your classroom feeling fresh for the new school year with our classroom organisation tips & find key storage solutions from Gratnells.
Become a Hope Brand Influencer or Guest Blogger! – Recently updated
We’re looking for people to become Hope Brand Influencers and Guest Bloggers! – think you’re up to it? Read on to find out if you’re eligible.