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6 models of blended learning
Blended learning is becoming more commonplace in education – but what are the available options? Our post runs down six common blended learning models.

Name the 2D shape: A worksheet
Use this Measures, Shapes and Space worksheet with your KS1 pupils and help them get to grips with shapes. Match the shape to the name.

Outdoor construction play for early years
Outdoor construction play for early years, check out our ideas here...

12 activity ideas and the benefits of learning vocabulary
Vocabulary is one place where we never stop learning. Check our our activity ideas here which benefit children learning vocabularly.

World War 1 lesson resources
It’s been well over 100 years now since Britain’s involvement in the Great War, but we still come together to commemorate those that fought for their country. In preparation for Remembrance Day, we’ve pulled together some resources that are perfect for a lesson...

School book club reading activities
School book club reading activities With National Book Lovers Day coming up on the 9th of August, get children involved during the summer holidays by creating a school book club. Include plenty of book related activities to inspire children to read.

Root words worksheet pack
A comprehensive worksheet pack that focuses is on root words, including their relationship with suffixes and prefixes. Download it for free here.

Top tips for creating display boards
Top tips for creating display boards If you follow our Instagram account you’ve probably seen our reels with Display Lady. Lois of Display Lady is a former primary school teacher and shares her passion for creating beautiful display boards. Check some out here.

The glue stick schools can trust
Made for real classrooms and tested to prove it. CLASSMATES glue sticks are the stick teachers and children keep reaching for time and time again. Find out why.

SEND Reform in 2026: Why the Conversation Must Stay Focused on Readiness
The debate around support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) has returned to the centre of national attention in early 2026. Read here to find out more.

Simple Balance Games for Key Stage 1
Developing balance is a key part of physical development in Key Stage 1. Take a look at our balance game suggestions here.

Expert tips for creating inclusive environments
We asked three SEND experts for real life examples of how they have created an inclusive environment and the impact this has had on the children in the setting. Read on to find out ...