These classroom videos see children’s fairy tales and traditional folktales re-imagined with music performed by the BBC Philharmonic and guests. With accompanying activities and listening guides for teachers exploring musical skills and curriculum connections. Website: https://bit.ly/48CWaEi
Read More »New free resource supports schools to meet the needs of SEND pupils facing bereavement
Just launched, the informative, free online resource Bereavement and pupils with SEND, from leading charities, LGfL – the National Grid for Learning and Child Bereavement UK, provides insights and strategies for both mainstream, and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision, for supporting SEND pupils facing bereavement. Commenting on the …
Read More »An online bookstore with social purpose, benefiting schools across the UK
The LoveReading family exists because reading matters, and books change lives. The leading book recommendation websites which feature an online bookstore with social purpose have so far donated £50,000 to schools. MD Deborah Maclaren, commented: “The LoveReading brand naturally evolved into an online bookstore, but we were keen to make …
Read More »Into Film and Aardman announce educational partnership; and Into Film Festival bookings launch today
Marking the start of a new academic year, Into Film and Aardman are proud to announce their new educational partnership consisting of the creation and launch of an exciting new animation course, Animate! with Aardman, aimed at Primary School teachers and their pupils. Additionally, from the multi Academy® and BAFTA …
Read More »New Eco-Friendly Logo Mats: Perfect for Schools, Nurseries, and Colleges
Leading commercial floor matting supplier, First Mats, is proud to announce its new range of environmentally friendly Logo Mats made from ECONYL®, a regenerated nylon yarn. This exciting product launch extends the brand’s commitment to sustainability while giving schools an easy way to demonstrate environmentally-friendly commitment without sacrificing quality. “Educational …
Read More »Premier League Primary Stars schools’ programme providing 4,000 free football kits for girls’ football teams
The Premier League Primary Stars Kit Scheme has returned, giving primary school teachers the opportunity to apply for a free Nike football kit for their girls’ team. The Kit Scheme, run in partnership with Nike, aims to encourage more young girls across England and Wales to participate in football and …
Read More »North London Waste Authority launches the Education Hub and a competition for primary schools
North London Waste Authority (NLWA) has launched the Education Hub, a collection of internal and external resources aiming to encourage waste prevention education within primary schools in north London. The Hub features a host of engaging resources varying from videos to lesson guides, assembly plans and handbooks, organised under six …
Read More »Esri UK provides mapping expertise for Department for Education’s major new climate project
The Department for Education (DfE) has released further details of its National Education Nature Park, created to teach children about climate change and improve biodiversity across the country. Esri UK is providing a digital mapping platform and expertise in biodiversity mapping to help underpin this exciting initiative, first announced at COP26 by the Education Secretary. The …
Read More »New Chair of Trustees appointed at NASBTT
The Executive Leader of Suffolk and Norfolk School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) has been appointed Chair of the Board of Trustees at the National Association of School-Based Teacher Trainers (NASBTT). Anna Richards (left), who has worked in ITT since September 2014 and been a NASBTT Trustee since December 2017, …
Read More »Premier League Primary Stars celebrates five-year anniversary with launch of new Active Summer Challenge
The Premier League is celebrating five years of its schools’ programme, Premier League Primary Stars. Launched in 2017 and available to every primary school in England and Wales, Premier League Primary Stars uses the appeal of the Premier League and professional football clubs to support pupils in the classroom, the …
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