Start 2025 with a bang in your classroom with this exciting New Year quiz tailored specifically for primary school students! Packed with age-appropriate questions, this quiz is the perfect way to ease students back into learning while celebrating the new year.
Mental Health Conversation Starters for Primary
This digital download is designed to support meaningful conversations about mental health with children in a gentle and approachable way. Each pack includes 4 conversation cards per A4 page, available in both PDF and PNG formats for ease of use.
These cards are ideal for use in various settings such as at home, in classrooms, or during 1:1 counseling or therapeutic support sessions. The prompts encourage children to express their feelings, wishes, and thoughts without being too direct, allowing for open, honest communication in a safe environment.
They provide a lovely way to help children open up about their experiences, especially when they may find it difficult to talk about their emotions directly. Perfect for fostering communication, reflection, and mental well-being in young learners.
Target Audience: Primary School (KS1 and KS2)
Duration: 15–20 minutes
Overview:
This engaging and inspiring assembly uses themes and quotes from Disney’s The Lion King to help children reflect on the past year, set goals for the new one, and embrace a positive mindset. With familiar characters like Mufasa, Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa, the assembly introduces key values such as courage, responsibility, kindness, and resilience, making it perfect for young learners.
Key Themes:
Reflection: Learning from the past and celebrating achievements.
Responsibility: Caring for others and the world around us.
Courage: Facing challenges with bravery and support.
New Beginnings: Setting goals and embracing fresh opportunities.
Structure:
Introduction (3 minutes):
Welcome students to the assembly.
Introduce the theme: “A Roaring Start to the New Year!”
Quote: “Look at the stars. The great kings of the past look down on us from those stars.” – Mufasa.
Reflection (3 minutes):
Show a slide of Simba and Mufasa on Pride Rock.
Discuss the importance of looking back to celebrate achievements and learn from challenges.
Invite students to share something they’re proud of from the past year.
Lessons from Mufasa (4 minutes):
Present key quotes from Mufasa, such as:
“Remember who you are.” (Be true to yourself.)
“Everything you touch is your responsibility.” (Take care of others and your environment.)
Ask: “Which of these lessons will you carry into the New Year?”
Setting Goals (4 minutes):
Use the theme of Simba looking toward the horizon to encourage students to think about their goals.
Activity: Students think of one thing they want to learn or improve this year, e.g., being kind, helping others, or trying something new.
Hakuna Matata Celebration (3 minutes):
Discuss the importance of enjoying the journey and having fun, with a nod to Timon and Pumbaa’s “Hakuna Matata”.
Optionally, lead the group in singing a short verse of Hakuna Matata.
Closing (3 minutes):
End with the theme of The Circle of Life, highlighting how every New Year is a new beginning.
Quote: “Everything you see exists together in a delicate balance.” – Mufasa.
Encourage students to make the most of their year.
Learning Outcomes:
Children will reflect on their achievements and challenges.
They’ll understand the value of setting personal goals.
They’ll feel inspired to embrace kindness, courage, and responsibility in the New Year.
Optional Enhancements:
Add music from The Lion King for transitions (Circle of Life or Hakuna Matata).
Display PowerPoint slides featuring scenes and quotes from the movie.
Materials Needed:
Projector for slides or images.
Speakers for optional music.
Space for group interaction or singing.
Conclusion:
This assembly is a perfect way to start the New Year with excitement, inspiration, and meaningful reflection, leaving students feeling motivated and ready to take on new challenges.
Instructions:
Charades is a game of pantomimes: you have to “act out” a phrase without speaking, while the other members of your team try to guess what the phrase is.
The objective is for your team to guess the phrase as quickly as possible.
Divide the players into two teams, preferably of equal size.
Divide the cards between the two teams.
Select a neutral timekeeper/scorekeeper, or pick members from each team to take turns.
Agree on how many rounds to play.
Review the gestures and hand signals and invent any others you deem appropriate.
The team that guesses more cards wins!
Find included a scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) set of properties of circles worksheets, suitable for year six SATs preparation.
NC: illustrate and name parts of circles, including radius, diameter and circumference and know that the diameter is twice the radius
Prepare your Year 6 students for their SATs with my Scaffolded Properties of Circles Worksheets, specifically designed to enhance understanding of circle geometry. These worksheets are aligned with the National Curriculum objective to illustrate and name parts of circles, including radius, diameter, and circumference, and know that the diameter is twice the radius.
This resource is structured into three levels—low ability (LA), medium ability (MA), and high ability (HA)—to provide tailored challenges that meet the diverse needs of students. Each level helps students progressively develop a deeper understanding of the properties of circles through a variety of engaging and illustrative tasks.
Students will learn to identify and label the different parts of a circle, understand relationships between them, and apply their knowledge in context. The worksheets not only reinforce key concepts but also prepare students for the types of questions they will encounter in their SATs.
Included with these worksheets are comprehensive answer sheets that detail not just the solutions but also the reasoning behind them. This allows for effective feedback and supports teachers in providing clear explanations, making complex concepts accessible to all students.
Regularly updated to reflect the latest educational standards, these worksheets are an essential tool for Year 6 teachers aiming to boost their students’ confidence and performance in mathematics, particularly in the area of geometry.
Find included scaffolded rounding decimals worksheets, suitable for year three.
NC: round decimals with one decimal place to the nearest whole number
Introduce your Year 3 students to the fundamental concept of rounding with my Scaffolded Rounding Decimals Worksheets. These worksheets are meticulously designed to align with the National Curriculum objective to round decimals with one decimal place to the nearest whole number, providing a structured learning experience for students at various levels of ability.
This resource is broken down into three levels of difficulty—low ability (LA), medium ability (MA), and high ability (HA)—to ensure that every student can engage with the content at an appropriate pace. Each level gradually builds upon the previous one, allowing students to develop their understanding of rounding decimals confidently and effectively.
Find included a scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) set of worksheets and answers, suitable for year four.
NC: complete a simple symmetric figure with respect to a specific line of symmetry.
Dive into the fascinating world of symmetry with my Scaffolded Symmetry Worksheets, thoughtfully designed for Year 4 students. These worksheets are aligned with the National Curriculum objective to complete a simple symmetric figure with respect to a specific line of symmetry. This resource not only reinforces key concepts of symmetry but also prepares students for the SATs, building a strong foundation for Year 6.
This set features three levels of difficulty—low ability (LA), medium ability (MA), and high ability (HA)—to ensure that students at various learning stages can effectively grasp and apply symmetry concepts. Each level progresses to more challenging tasks, providing students with the confidence and skills needed to master symmetry.
Unique Features:
Interactive Activities: Students can engage in creative exercises such as designing their own Mobius loop and crafting a symmetrical butterfly, making learning both fun and immersive.
SATs Preparation: The worksheets include types of questions similar to those found in SATs, helping students become familiar with the format and types of symmetry questions they will encounter in Year 6.
Diverse Exercises: From completing symmetrical figures to creating their own symmetric designs, students will explore different aspects of symmetry across various contexts.
Included Materials:
Detailed Answer Keys: Each worksheet comes with comprehensive answer keys that provide not only the correct answers but also detailed explanations, ensuring students understand the symmetry principles behind each task.
Supportive Guidelines: Instructions and tips are included to help students create their designs and understand symmetry more deeply.
These worksheets are regularly updated to reflect the latest educational standards and teaching best practices, making them a valuable asset for any Year 4 classroom looking to enhance mathematical understanding and creativity through the study of symmetry.
Daily Maths Toolkit for Pupils – Compact and Convenient with Keyring
This handy toolkit is designed to support pupils in their daily maths lessons. Simply attach the A4 pages with a keyring for easy access and use. Perfect for group tables, individual trays, or classroom working walls, this toolkit will empower students with essential resources at their fingertips. This can easily be added to group tables, individual trays or working walls. It is recommended to print pages one-sided before placing them back-to-back. A dab of glue in the corners will help the pages not move when being laminated. Simply cut, hole punch and attach keyrings to finish off your toolkit. This method is suggested over printing double-sided to make wiping whiteboard pens off easier when using.
What’s included:
Ten frames
Hundred square
Number lines (0–20 and 0–100)
Blank number lines
Bar models
Part-part-whole models
Fraction wall
Place value chart (up to millions)
Times tables (1–12)
Symbols for comparing number
These beautifully designed Zodiac Posters are perfect for brightening up any learning environment while introducing students to the fascinating world of Chinese astrology. Each poster features:
All 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals: With vibrant illustrations of the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
Key Personality Traits: A brief, easy-to-understand description of the qualities and characteristics associated with each zodiac sign.
Years Associated with Each Animal: Helps students identify their own zodiac sign or that of their friends and family.
Cultural Insights: Information about the significance of the zodiac in Chinese traditions and its connection to the lunar calendar.
These posters are perfect for use in lessons on world cultures, Chinese New Year celebrations, or simply as an engaging classroom decoration. Available for download and easy to print in various sizes.
Engage your students with this unique and educational Chinese Maths Resource, perfect for celebrating Chinese New Year or exploring world cultures in the classroom!
What’s Included:
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division Worksheets: Fun and clear maths problems written in Hanzi (Chinese characters) and numbers, designed for group or individual work.
Hanzi Template: A guide to Chinese characters for numbers 1–10, ideal for students to practice reading and writing.
Answer Sheets: Complete solutions for all worksheets to save time and support quick marking.
Teacher Help Sheet: A detailed guide explaining how to teach addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using Chinese characters and symbols.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Classroom:
Cross-Curricular Learning: Combines maths practice with cultural enrichment, making it an excellent resource for Chinese New Year activities.
Engaging and Visual: Incorporates Chinese characters and their meanings, sparking curiosity while helping students develop problem-solving skills.
Accessible for All: Designed for primary school students with clear instructions and varying levels of difficulty to suit diverse abilities.
Help your students celebrate Chinese culture while building essential maths skills! Download now to bring this interactive and culturally enriching resource to your classroom.
Help students develop healthy coping strategies for managing emotions! Perfect for primary school!
Activity Overview:
Inspired by Inside Out 2, this engaging worksheet features a control panel illustration where each button represents a calming strategy (e.g., deep breathing, counting to 10, talking to a friend).
Students will personalize their control panel by writing or drawing strategies that help them feel better when experiencing different emotions like anger, sadness, anxiety, or frustration.
How to Use:
Students write or draw inside the blank buttons to represent their favourite coping mechanisms.
Encourages self-reflection and emotional awareness in a fun and interactive way.
Can be used in PSHE lessons, wellbeing activities, or emotional regulation discussions.
Perfect for: KS1 & KS2 | SEL Lessons | Mental Health Activities | Classroom Wellbeing
Included is a set of Ratio Flashback Cards specifically designed for Year 6 students, featuring real questions from past SATs exams. These flashcards are an excellent tool for preparing students for the upcoming SATs, helping them revisit and reinforce key ratio concepts.
Each A4 page contains four flashback cards, making them easy to print, distribute, and use in the classroom or for independent revision. The use of actual SATs questions ensures that students are exposed to the type and format of questions they will encounter in the exam, boosting their confidence and readiness.
Perfect for SATs preparation, these flashcards can be used as quick daily practice, in group activities, or as part of a more structured revision session. Whether in the classroom or at home, they provide a highly effective and focused way for students to sharpen their place value skills.
This scaffolded Multiplication Table Check Test is designed to help Year 4 students master their times tables up to 12, in preparation for the statutory multiplication tables check. Aligned with the National Curriculum, this resource provides targeted practice for students to recall multiplication facts quickly and accurately, a key objective for their mathematical development.
Each test is structured to cater to a range of abilities, offering varied levels of difficulty to ensure all students, from those needing extra support to those seeking a challenge, can benefit. The scaffolded approach helps students build their multiplication fluency step by step, starting with simpler problems and progressing to more complex tasks, giving them the confidence to perform well in the official test.
The resource is perfect for classroom use, individual practice, or as a mock test to assess students’ readiness. Accompanied by an answer key for quick marking and feedback, this resource makes preparation for the multiplication check both efficient and engaging.
Last updated in 2024, it ensures alignment with current standards and provides a reliable tool for teachers to support their students in meeting the National Curriculum expectations for multiplication.
Find included scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) Roman numeral worksheets and answers, suitable for year four.
NC: read Roman numerals to 100 (I to C) and know that over time, the numeral system changed to include the concept of zero and place value.
This scaffolded set of Roman numeral worksheets is designed to help Year 4 students confidently read and understand Roman numerals up to 100 (I to C), in line with the National Curriculum objective: NC: read Roman numerals to 100 (I to C) and know that over time, the numeral system changed to include the concept of zero and place value. Each worksheet is carefully structured to cater to varying levels of student ability, ensuring that all learners, regardless of their starting point, can develop a strong understanding of Roman numerals.
Students will begin by learning the basics of Roman numerals and gradually progress to more complex tasks involving larger numbers up to 100. The worksheets also include opportunities for reflection on how the numeral system evolved to introduce the concept of zero and place value. This resource is perfect for classroom use, homework, or independent study, offering multiple levels of challenge to accommodate all learners.
Accompanied by full answer keys, this resource allows for easy assessment and helps reinforce key historical and mathematical concepts. Last updated in 2024, it remains fully aligned with current curriculum standards, making it a valuable tool for teachers looking to engage students with this important topic in an accessible way.
Find included scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) rounding to the nearest 10,100,1000 worksheets, suitable for year 4.
NC: round any number to the nearest 10, 100 or 1000
This scaffolded set of worksheets is designed to help Year 4 students practice and master rounding numbers to the nearest 10, 100, and 1,000, fully aligned with the National Curriculum objective: NC: round any number to the nearest 10, 100, or 1,000. Each worksheet targets all three rounding skills but is carefully scaffolded to cater to different levels of student ability, ensuring that learners of all abilities can progress at their own pace.
The tasks begin with simpler numbers and gradually introduce more complex examples, providing appropriate challenges for all students. This makes the resource perfect for classroom use, homework, or independent practice. It allows teachers to support both lower- and higher-ability students within the same classroom by offering varying levels of difficulty while ensuring each child meets the curriculum standards.
Last updated in 2024, this resource remains current with today’s educational standards. It’s an excellent tool for reinforcing core rounding skills while ensuring that all students meet the National Curriculum expectations.
Find included scaffolded (MA/HA) converting fractions to decimals worksheets, suitable for year six. Also includes answers and working.
NC: Pupils can explore and make conjectures about converting a simple fraction to a decimal fraction (for example, 3 Ă· 8 = 0.375).
Find included scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) BODMAS worksheets, suitable for year six.
NC: Pupils explore the order of operations using brackets; for example, 2 + 1 x 3 = 5 and (2 + 1) x 3 = 9
Find included a set of scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) column addition worksheets and answers, suitable for year three.
NC: add numbers with up to three digits, using formal written methods of columnar addition
Find included scaffolded (LA/MA/HA) worksheets on place value for year three, including answers.
NC: recognise the place value of each digit in a three-digit number (hundreds, tens, ones)
Please find included a set of HA worksheets (all SATs questions) on ratio, suitable for year six.
NC: solve problems involving the relative sizes of two quantities where missing values can be found by using integer multiplication and division facts