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Who is eligible for pupil premium funding?

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29 Aug 2022
Working out which children are entitled to pupil premium funding in Reception can be challenging. Find out how to identify children sooner and engage parents/carers in the process to ensure positive educational outcomes.
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Analysis of the 2022 KS2 maths SATs arithmetic paper (part 1) – the importance of place value and multiplicative reasoning

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20 Sep 2022
We explore the differences between the 2019 and 2022 arithmetic papers. What can we learn?
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Analysis of 2022 KS2 maths SATs arithmetic paper (part 2) – exploring the differences

Blog
20 Sep 2022
We explore the differences between the 2019 and 2022 arithmetic papers. What can we learn?
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How to use the KS1 reasoning SATs papers to teach children problem-solving skills

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21 Sep 2022
A step-by-step approach to teaching problem-solving exemplified through the 2022 KS1 SATs paper 2.
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The power of short reads: quality reading experiences when time is short

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27 Sep 2022
Martin Galway shares his thoughts on three of his favourite reading experiences so far this year which have come from a trinity of beautifully crafted novellas.
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Developing a ‘broad and balanced curriculum’ in the EYFS: inspiring children to understand the world they live in

Blog
28 Sep 2022
A year since the revised Early Years Foundations Stage statutory framework was applied, now is the perfect time to review and adapt your curriculum.
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10 things I have learned about teaching primary maths to support a pupil with vision impairment

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04 Oct 2022
Working with a child or children with visual impairment? Sam Hodges shares how she adapted provision to successfully teach primary maths.
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Hold me close

Blog
10 Oct 2022
How using baby carriers in the baby room can benefit both child and practitioner.
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Is it ethical to use food in play?

Blog
17 Oct 2022
During the cost-of-living crisis is it appropriate for early years practitioners to be using food in play?
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How can we advantage the disadvantaged?

Blog
18 Oct 2022
Practical changes that can be made in primary maths classrooms to keep chipping away at the disadvantaged gap.