FREE download â 8 quick, no-prep English starter ideas and examples for KS2, KS3 and KS4!
Perfect for busy mornings, emergency cover, end-of-term lessons or tutor time. Each task takes 5â10 minutes and promotes creative thinking, literacy skills, or discussion.
Mix of writing, vocab, grammar and discussion
Ideal for any year group - just adjust the difficulty of your question.
NO GUARANTEES.
When we say informed, we are in no way affiliated with AQA. We mean informed in the sense we have provided educated predictions through research and information of past papers that are of course common knowledge.
This resource was made purely to combat the threat of social media predictions (specifically TikTok). They are dangerous to students, often unfounded, and simply clickbait.
This resource is a short PowerPoint, of educated predictions from a GCSE English teacher, used with their own class, that are considered through nothing other than factual information of past papers.
A set of four engaging double-page worksheets, each dedicated to a key aspect of grammar: nouns, verbs, adverbs, and adjectives.
These completely original resources are packed with multiple activities designed to delve into each topic, ensuring learners grasp the ultimate concepts through interactive exercises and creative challenges.
Perfect for reinforcing skills in the classroom or at home.
Can be used with Key stage 2 or lower-ability Key stage 3.
This collection features four exciting resources designed to engage and entertain students while enhancing their skills.
Wicked Wordsearch: Challenge learners to find hidden Halloween-themed words, boosting vocabulary and word recognition.
Haunted Halloween Crossword: Test their knowledge with a themed crossword that incorporates festive terms and concepts, perfect for enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Creepy Colouring In: Let creativity run wild with a Halloween illustration ready to be brought to life through color, encouraging artistic expression.
Myterious Maze: Navigate through a spine-tingling maze thatâs both fun and mentally stimulating, helping improve focus and concentration.
These activities are perfect for classrooms, or even interventions.
A PowerPoint that gives 3 different, completely original, example answers to English Language Paper 1 Q5 Descriptive Writing.
They are of varying levels, and the PowerPoint features a method to moderate and deliver feedback on each - noticing the improvement as you go.
A word document containing the examples answers is also included, for the students to annotate and feed back underneath.
A PowerPoint that gives 3 different, completely original, example answers to English Language Paper 1 Q5 Narrative Writing.
They are of varying levels, and the PowerPoint features a method to moderate and deliver feedback on each - noticing the improvement as you go.
A word document containing the examples answers is also included, for the students to annotate and feed back underneath.
Bring the joy of the holiday season into your classroom with our beautifully designed Christmas Card Creation PowerPoint! This engaging resource provides a comprehensive lesson plan that guides students through the delightful process of making their own Christmas cards.
Features:
Festive Theme: The PowerPoint is adorned with vibrant Christmas graphics and colours, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your students.
Whatâs in a Christmas Card: Students will learn about the essential components of a Christmas card, including the front cover, inside message, closing, and signature.
Exploration of Card Types: Discover the various types of Christmas cards, from traditional and photo cards to handmade and e-cards, inspiring creativity and choice.
Writing Heartfelt Messages: Detailed guidance on how to craft meaningful messages, including greetings, expressions of gratitude, and personal touches that resonate with recipients.
Message Examples: The presentation includes a variety of message examples, showcasing traditional, personalized, and humorous options to inspire students.
Designing the Card: Students will gain insights into creating visually appealing designs by selecting themes, colours, images, and layouts that reflect the festive spirit.
Materials List: A comprehensive list of materials needed for the card-making process, ensuring students are well-prepared for this creative activity.
Step-by-Step Creation Process: A clear, structured guide that walks students through each stage of card creation, from brainstorming ideas to sharing their finished cards.
A meticulously planned and created one-page knowledge organiser that breaks down absolutely everything about language paper 1 questions 1-4 and how to answer the questions successfully.
Including:
A question-by-question guide including âhow to answerâ and âtop tipsâ
Reminder of mark scheme and the bands
âThe basicsâ
Things to do to âstretch yourselfâ
List of language techniques
List of structural features
Information about the Assessment Objectives
The perfect way to end the school year on a high! This fully interactive, animated PowerPoint quiz is packed with 65+ engaging, student-friendly questions across 8 themed rounds â ideal for winding down with KS3 or KS4 classes.
Designed to be fun, curriculum-light, and classroom-safe, this no-prep quiz works brilliantly for English, PSHE, tutor time, rewards lessons, and cover periods.
Rounds include:
General Knowledge
English Skills (Spelling, Wordplay)
Emoji Movie Titles
Pop Culture & Music Trivia
Riddles & Lateral Thinking
Anagrams
âWho/What Am I?â
The Impossible Round (Guesswork & Fun Facts)
Includes a bonus Tiebreaker Challenge:
What You Get:
Fully animated PowerPoint quiz
65+ questions with answer slides included
Printable PDF answer sheet for teams or individuals
Approx. 45â60 minutes of easy, engaging fun
No stress. No marking. Just press play and enjoy the last lesson of the year.
Tried and tested with real KS3/KS4 students
Suitable for mixed abilities
Perfect for summer term wind-down
A beautifully designed, fully printable transition workbook for Year 6 students preparing to start secondary school. Includes 6 creative missions and bonus mindfulness pages. Ideal for transition days, summer homework, or final week projects. Fun, reflective and confidence-building.
ACTIVITY 1: My Adventure Map
ACTIVITY 2: Letter to My Future Self
ACTIVITY 3: Worry Worms vs Confidence Creatures
ACTIVITY 4: Team Quest Challenge
ACTIVITY 5: My Secondary School Survival Kit
ACTIVITY 6: 7 Things for Year 7
Bonus MINDFULNESS Pages: Colouring & doodling
Tired students? End-of-term chaos? This pack has you covered.
These 15 editable, low-prep English starter slides are perfect for KS3 and adaptable for KS4 â ideal for the final three weeks of the summer term. Whether youâre coasting into the break, covering for a colleague, or just keeping students engaged, these starters are your stress-free solution.
Whatâs Included:
15 daily English starter activities in a single PowerPoint
Editable and flexible â works for 10-minute warmups or full lessons
Covers creative writing, grammar, spelling, debates, and wordplay
Designed for tired students â light, fun, but educational
No prep required â just plug in and go
Perfect for Years 7â10 and for those final summer weeks when behaviour dips and attention spans vanish.
Topics include:
Grammar corrections
Spelling challenges
Would You Rather debates
Creative writing games
Picture prompts
Mini comprehension
Verbal reasoning
Fake news writing
And more!
Introducing an innovative short story resource designed to cater to a range of reading abilities! This engaging story is presented in three distinct versions: the blue version targets age 4 reading ability, the orange version is aimed at age 8, and the green version suits age 12. Each version is thoughtfully divided into chapters, allowing students to switch levels seamlessly at the end of any chapter.
For example, the age 4 Chapter 2 will perfectly lead into the age 12 Chapter 3, making it ideal for classrooms with students of varying reading levels. This flexibility allows teachers to guide students of different abilities to engage with the same narrative, fostering a collaborative reading experience. The teacher can simply show the corresponding color to indicate which version the students should read, enabling smooth transitions and effective differentiation.
This original idea promotes subtle scaffolding, helping students practice and shift between ability levels as they develop their reading skills. As this is a new concept, we are excited to gather feedback and, depending on its success, we plan to release more stories in the future. Enhance your classroom with this versatile storytelling tool that supports all learners!
The Ultimate GCSE English Quiz 2025 is a thoughtfully designed PowerPoint resource that aims to support students in their literary studies and exam preparation. Featuring a total of 90 questions, the quiz is structured into nine rounds, each containing 10 questions focused on key texts such as Animal Farm, An Inspector Calls, Macbeth, A Christmas Carol, Jekyll & Hyde, Power & Conflict Poetry, Unseen Poetry, Language Paper 1, and Language Paper 2.
This resource is crafted to cover both popular modern text choices and both 19th-century text choices, providing a well-rounded approach to the GCSE English curriculum. Just delete/ignore the rounds of texts that you donât study. The questions vary in format, including true/false, written answers, and fill-in-the-blanks, which helps cater to different learning preferences.
At the end of the quiz, answers are conveniently provided, organised by round, to facilitate easy review and discussion. The Ultimate GCSE English Quiz 2025 is an effective tool for educators looking to enhance student engagement and understanding of essential literary concepts, making it a valuable addition to any classroom setting.
The ultimate guide to key quotes of Macbeth! This comprehensive resource features 25 engaging slides that meticulously organise quotes by key themes, characters, and relationships. Each quote is paired with an original analysis, providing insightful context and fostering deeper understanding. Perfect for educators and students alike, this guide helps enhance critical thinking and literary appreciation. Whether used for lesson planning or student revision, this resource is designed to inspire and elevate discussions around one of literatureâs most enduring works.
A meticulously planned and created one-page knowledge organiser that breaks down absolutely everything about language paper 1 question 5 and how to answer the question successfully.
Including:
An example of the question
Breakdown of mark scheme - what content, organisation and technical accuracy all mean.
âWhat to expectâ
Basic narrative sturucture conventions
Narrative vs Desciptive - the crucial difference.
Sentence starters
Step-by-step guide of what to do during the exam itself
Language device list
The basic things to get right/ include
The descriptive ârulesâ
AO5 and AO6 explanation
Things to do to âstretch yourselfâ
NEW FOR 2025! 57 SLIDES!
A thorough PowerPoint created, from scratch, using various resources of information on Romeo & Juliet for AQA GCSE English Literature Paper 1. Designed to be used as independent or revision lessons/sessions/tutoring for the upcoming 2024 GCSEs. 57 slides full of information including:
An act-by-act plot summary complete with key quotes for each scene.
Character recap information
Key theme recap information
Context recap
Key quotes
Lesson activities/tasks for âkey themesâ, âcontextâ, âkey charactersâ and âkey quotesâ.
Then, 5 practise exam style questions, complete with an example answer for each.
Used with students from grade 9 down to those pushing for a pass.