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Ofsted’s updated Education Inspection Framework, published in September and used for inspections from 10 November 2025, arrives at a time when many teachers and leaders
Teaching science in KS2 can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with bigger concepts, trickier vocabulary and higher expectations for working scientifically. A good
Choosing a KS1 science scheme can feel like a bit of a minefield. At this age, pupils are only just getting to grips with observing,
Choosing the right SPaG scheme of work can be overwhelming. With so many options available, how do you know what will work best for your
Looking for the best transition activities for EYFS and KS1? Whether you’re preparing for the end of the school year or supporting pupils with moving
Key Findings and What You Need to Know About the Curriculum and Assessment Review The Department for Education (DfE) has published the Curriculum and Assessment
Science is fundamental to understanding the world around us, from the simplest actions, like dropping a pen, to the vast complexities of the universe. As
Are you looking for a primary geography scheme of work that’s engaging, easy to use, and fully aligned with the National Curriculum? Our geography scheme
Transforming learning with play Learning through play (sometimes called play-based learning) is increasingly being recognised as the most effective approach for enhancing pupils’ academic progress,
With the Labour government’s recent arrival, the education landscape in England is undergoing significant changes. Among the most impactful are reforms to Ofsted inspections, designed
With the Labour Government set to introduce key changes to education policy, including a renewed focus on oracy and inclusive education, schools are facing the
As teachers, you know that having the right resources can make a significant difference in your pupils’ learning journey. With increasing demands in the classroom,
As teachers, you’re constantly looking for ways to ensure pupil progression while keeping your workload manageable. But finding resources that are both affordable and effective
One of the things we love doing here at Mrs Mactivity is creating resources that are not only beautifully designed, but also genuinely useful –
Are you looking to invigorate your international school curriculum, or perhaps design a curriculum from scratch? We can help! This blog post will give you
As teachers, we have a unique opportunity to instil in our pupils a deep appreciation for the planet and empower them to become responsible guardians
Looking for book corner ideas you can actually use in a busy classroom? These reading corner classroom ideas include practical reading corner display ideas that
Primary maths – read more about our time-saving maths resources and schemes, aligned with White Rose.
What’s the best primary maths scheme? Get help choosing the best scheme for your pupils with this handy article.
Are you looking for an EYFS maths scheme of work to help children make rapid progress? Then this is for you!
Find out how Mrs Mactivity can help you plan and resource your maths mastery lessons to help children make progress.
Find easy and quick Christmas activity ideas and crafts for kids.
This is a blog post written by Early Years specialist Sophie Pickles. Sometimes deciphering all the different words in Early Years and KS1 can be
Engage children with SPaG learning with our KS1 and KS2 spelling and grammar scheme. Find out more. Save time.
Get fresh ideas for Pancake Day with our kids learning and craft ideas.
If you are searching for alternative jobs to teaching, you are not alone. This post is a practical list of career ideas for teachers who
It’s that time of year when everyone is looking for fresh ideas for Elf on the Shelf – it can be REALLY tricky trying to
Time-saving year 1 phonics screening check resources and information to help you prepare for the check.
Time-saving year 1 phonics screening check resources and information to help you prepare for the check.
Read all about our time-saving Chinese New Year teaching ideas for Year of the Tiger with our Year of the Tiger Teaching Ideas blog post.
Read about our exciting range with Katie from Phonics Family – making phonics fun and creative!
Read all about instagrammer and influencer @the_imaginationfairy in this teacher spotlight.
Time-saving ideas for teaching the World War 2 topic in KS2 including lesson presentations, worksheets and more!
Time-saving ideas for teaching the Ancient Egyptians topic in KS2 including lesson presentations, worksheets and more!
Get a summary of the main points of the DfE Reading Framework 2021.
Looking for fun and unique Valentine’s Day Activity Ideas for Kids? We’ve got loads of new ideas that kids love and that are also super easy
