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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.
William Shakespeare facts for kids
Want to introduce Shakespeare to your class? Share these William Shakespeare facts for kids with your pupils to start them off on their knowledge about him
How will the king’s coronation work?
Ever wondered how will the King’s coronation work? Look no further & delve into the process to understand what will happen on the 6th of May.
Children’s writing tips
Develop your pupils’ writing skills with our handy children’s writing tips. Allow kids to have fun and learn through various activities they will love
Spring desserts: Easter egg cookies
Treat yourself and children for Easter with our spring desserts. Discover how to make tasty Easter egg cookies that everyone will love.
Easter activity – Spring crafts competition
There’s still time to enter! Celebrate Easter and Spring with our free downloadable resources including an Easter activity competition to win King’s coronation crafts for your class
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.