How smart procurement in schools can save time, improve resources and deliver real benefits for pupils… | via Mark Dowson

Activities to challenge gender stereotypes – Primary schools are in a unique position to challenge harmful stereotypes through everyday teaching, inclusive values, and a whole-school approach | via Kirsty Ruthven

For improvements in reading confidence and fluency, try the FASE approach… | via @douglemov.bsky.social, Erica Woolway & Colleen Driggs

Build a weather-proof shelter for a Lego figure in this D&T lesson idea from Marc Bowen…

The dreaded weekly spelling test is causing serious self-esteem issues for pupils across the country. For what purpose, asks Dan Batchelor…

Stay wrapped up warm in the classroom and follow this art lesson plan from Adele Darlington to create striking winter views through a window…

Bringing language learning to life through food tasting is an excellent way to engage pupils. In this free medium-term plan, pupils taste a range of fruits and communicate their likes and dislikes in French...

Create engaging ‘character passport’ activities that boost reading for pleasure, develop key literacy skills and help pupils build empathy and deeper comprehension… | via Emily Azouelos

Explore the plight of refugees, and how our communities can support those fleeing difficult circumstances, with the stunning graphic novel, No Refuge. This free PDF is full of UKS2 activities from @BookSuperhero2, based on the book...

These free Christmas activity sheets from @busythings.co.uk include 25 fun-filled pages of educational activities, arts and crafts, quizzes and puzzles…

This free Victorian inventors KS2 resource pack uses inventions of the past to inspire inventors of the future. The aim is to inspire kids to draw original, ingenious, funny, fantastical or perfectly practical invention ideas, with no limits...

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Instead of far-flung places, try engaging pupils in the past through their own familiar spaces. This local history KS1 lesson plan from Bev Forrest will enable KS1 pupils to successfully explore their immediate locality…

Read @PieCorbett’s tale of suspense with your class then create your own nightmarish short stories with this KS2 suspense story resource…

This free downloadable book review template enables KS1 pupils to offer opinions based on first-hand experience…

This complete set of free letter formation sheets covers each letter of the alphabet. Each one features dotted letters for children to practise correct letter formation. There’s also a picture to colour in for each…

Help children understand Christmas traditions around the world with this free information PowerPoint, packed full of fascinating facts and information… | via @mrsmactivity.bsky.social

This free creative writing Christmas story starter worksheet includes short tips for students on plot, setting and characters, and space to write their short story and even draw a picture…

This engaging KS2 project culminates in an exciting final task where pupils use everything they’ve learnt to create a double-page spread titled “How to Steal Christmas,” inspired by the Grinch… | via @primaryteachew.bsky.social

Teaching #coding doesn’t have to be daunting. We've got lots of practical tips for teaching coding, along with creative cross-curricular and extracurricular coding ideas…

The RSPB Big Schools' Birdwatch takes place during the spring term. Sign up now and then get outside and counting at school between 6th January and 13th February 2026…

Bett UK 2026 is on the horizon! Here’s what to expect and why you should be there…

Getting ready for maths #SATs can feel like eating soup with a fork, but starting small with these common errors will make a huge impact… | via @sarahfarrellks2.bsky.social

Data-informed #SATs prep strategies for 2026 | via @richardselfridge.bsky.social

Pupil premium mistakes to avoid – Former headteacher Lucy Coy highlights the practical, evidence-informed strategies that have the biggest impact on disadvantaged pupils…

Keeping up is easier than catching up when it comes to #SATs. Use this advice and accompanying resources from @lbqorg.bsky.social to address learning gaps in your school…

8 rules to live by when teaching autistic children | via Adam Dean

Update a favourite – and help pupils learn coding skills – with this micro:bit rock, paper, scissors project… | via Adam Knight

Peer inside the mind of author @christopheredge.bsky.social and help KS2 pupils learn about writing a terrifying horror scene with this WAGOLL based on his new book, Fear Files: Hide and Seek

Pinpointing problems is part of the day-to-day workload for school leaders, but how exactly do we break these issues down and tackle them piece by piece? 💭 @ensermark.bsky.social & @greeborunner.bsky.social walk you through the process in this @teachprimarymag.bsky.social article: buff.ly/kVexypp

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Hear the real-life story of Judy the dog and explore the impact of conflict and loyalty with Tom Palmer's moving picture book, War Dog. This PDF contains lots of cross-curricular ideas from @kateheap.bsky.social based on the book...

Make your own paper clay then create sculptures inspired by the vibrant, abstract sculptures of Chiaozza with this KS1 art lesson plan from Wayne Roberts @dalmain-art.bsky.social

Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall is the inspiration for this free KS2 art medium-term plan from headteacher @karlduke8.bsky.social. Children will paint skies and seascapes, draw lighthouse cross-sections and experiment with collage…

This free lesson plan from @aidansevers.bsky.social helps children to notice changes that have occurred in their locality, and to understand why those changes have taken place. They’ll also develop their fieldwork and mapping skills…

Get pupils' creative juices flowing with these free, expert medium-term art plans for KS2. Each resource consists of a full half-term of planning, with extra resources and assessment ideas…

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📢Award news! 🏆 SuperQuesters: Mission: River Crest Rescue by @pauliancross.bsky.social has been Highly Commended in @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards 2025! 🎉 Get your copy today: tinyurl.com/AmazonMRCR #TeachAwards @bouncemarketing.bsky.social

This free English and history lesson plan uses teacher Stuart Douch's graphic novel '1066: The Battle of Hastings' to illuminate what it might have been like for those on the battlefield…

We're delighted to share that @johntomsett.bsky.social's This Much I Know About Truly Great Primary Teachers has been highly commended at the @teachprimarymag.bsky.social Awards! 🎉 This book shares 9 case studies showcasing the skills & dedication of outstanding primary teachers: buff.ly/DLo5UOp

We're celebrating the very best in education resources with this year's #TeachAwards winners! Browse our flipbook to see all of this year's winners and get inspiration for your classroom… cdn.teachwire.net/e-mag/Teach-...

Have fun during the festive season by getting children writing instructions based around how to look after a Christmas elf. This download contains two original model texts from @piecorbett.bsky.social, with accompanying teacher notes…

#RoadSafetyWeek takes place between 16th-22nd November this year. Find out everything you need to know, including key dates, engaging resources and activity ideas for your classroom…

Is it too early to start thinking about #Christmas? If you're an organised sort, get ready for the festive season with these creative and educational activities, lesson plans and downloads…

#DisabilityHistoryMonth (20th Nov - 20th Dec) is a great time to think about embedding people with disabilities into your history curriculum. Take up the challenge with these ideas…

Get involved with #AntiBullyingWeek (10th-14th Nov) in your school with this collection of excellent resources for primary and secondary…

Books can be a great way to help pupils manage difficult emotions, such as feeling lonely. This download contains a PDF full of classroom activities from literacy expert @booksuperhero2.bsky.social based around the picturebook When I Feel Lonely

Of the 50 marks available in the Year 6 reading comprehension paper, 30–35 per cent involve inference. Use these free worksheets from @vocabularyninja.bsky.social to hone your pupils’ inference skills across all the SATs question formats…

These lesson ideas from @the-rsc.bsky.social demonstrate how you can teach Shakespeare to primary pupils using an active, rehearsal-based approach…

Plugging children into reading isn’t that hard – it’s keeping the power going that really matters… | via @kashleyenglish.bsky.social