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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.
Effective ways to teach phonics
Phonics is an important part of the curriculum. Here at Hope, we have laid out useful strategies for you to teach phonics in the classroom.
Easter plant pot ideas
Stuck on what to do with your class for Easter? Look no further as we have created some Easter plant pot ideas that will your classroom.
Teaching children how to proofread and edit their own work
Teaching children to proofread and edit their own work can be challenging. Read our blog to discover handy tips for proofing and editing work.
World Sleep Day: activities and tools for a better sleep
A good night’s sleep is just as important as regular exercise and a healthy diet. Celebrate World Sleep Day with these activities and tools.
How to celebrate world poetry day
Discover how to celebrate world poetry day with your class with our tips and activities. Try them out with your class and celebrate poetry.
Benefits of learning an instrument
Encourage pupils to play an instrument for international teach music week with our benefits of learning an instrument. Read our blog to discover more.
The guide to sand, water and messy play
Exploring sand and water can be particularly useful for children in primary education. Here’s our guide to getting the most from messy play.
15 Dr Seuss quotes
Inspire your class with these 15 Dr Seuss quotes and motivate them to achieve their dreams. Read our blog to find out more!
British Science Week activities
With this year’s British Science Week theme of ‘Connections’, we have laid out some activities you can do in your class. Read our blog here.
Top 5 sensory toys for children with autism
Help pupils through stress in class by using our top 5 sensory toys for children with autism. These toys are great for aiding focus whilst calming them
After school club activities
It is important for teachers to think about after school club activities to keep kids entertained & find a new passion. Read our blog to find out more
Creative writing tips for kids
We have created some creative writing tips for kids to help you set up crucial sessions that children will enjoy & want to take part in.