I'm a passionate English teacher with 24 years of classroom experience, specialising in inspiring students through literature, language, and creative thinking. Over the years, I’ve developed a wide range of high-quality, classroom-tested resources designed to save teachers time and engage learners at every level. Whether you're looking for imaginative activities, exam-focused materials, or creative writing prompts, you'll find practical, purposeful resources here.
I'm a passionate English teacher with 24 years of classroom experience, specialising in inspiring students through literature, language, and creative thinking. Over the years, I’ve developed a wide range of high-quality, classroom-tested resources designed to save teachers time and engage learners at every level. Whether you're looking for imaginative activities, exam-focused materials, or creative writing prompts, you'll find practical, purposeful resources here.
Back to School Icebreaker & Speaking and Listening Resource. Tried and Tested!
Starting a new academic year can be exciting but also a little daunting. Whether students are meeting for the first time or simply reconnecting after a break, easing them in with the right activity is key. That is where this resource comes in!
This engaging and flexible introductory lesson is perfect for tutor time or a one-off start-of-term class. It blends fun, meaningful activities with speaking skill development, helping students build confidence and classroom connection from day one.
What is included?
A presentation in two different formats (see resource for details) which is ready-to-use in class wherever you are.
A selection of tasks that will easily last a full lesson, possibly two. Just choose what you want and see how the students get enthused by the tasks.
Activities that encourage talking, listening, and teamwork
Created by a teacher with twenty-four years of classroom experience, these are tried-and-tested tasks that work with no extra prep required. Just print or display and go!
Help your students feel seen, heard, and ready for the year ahead with this warm, effective resource.
Back to School Icebreaker Resource
Tried and Tested!
Starting a new academic year can be exciting but also a little daunting. Whether students are meeting for the first time or simply reconnecting after a break, easing them in with the right activity is key. That is where this resource comes in!
This engaging and flexible introductory lesson is perfect for tutor time or a one-off start-of-term class. It blends fun, meaningful activities with communication skill development, helping students build confidence and classroom connection from day one.
What is included?
A presentation you can adapt to fit what you want from your students
A selection of tasks that will easily last a full lesson (possibly two)
Activities that encourage talking, listening, and teamwork
Created by a teacher with twenty-four years of classroom experience, these are tried-and-tested tasks that work, with no extra prep required. Just print or display and go!
Help your students feel seen, heard, and ready for the year ahead with this warm, effective resource.
This exam-focused presentation provides:
Targeted, structured questions designed to stretch and challenge students.
Will allow close analysis of language, form and structure, linking directly to the demands of the A Level specification.
Exam-style prompts and discussion points to encourage critical engagement and independent responses.
A student-friendly format that ensures clarity, engagement, and exam-readiness.
Perfect for revision or first teaching, this resource ensures your students are fully prepared to explore his poignant final poem with depth and precision.
Save time on planning while giving your class the tools they need to succeed.
