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Time-saving, no-fluff teaching and leadership tools — made by a UK school leader. Editable, strategic resources to support busy teachers and SLTs in real schools, from lesson materials to leadership templates. ➤ Explore the full range — and download a freebie to get started!

Time-saving, no-fluff teaching and leadership tools — made by a UK school leader. Editable, strategic resources to support busy teachers and SLTs in real schools, from lesson materials to leadership templates. ➤ Explore the full range — and download a freebie to get started!
KS2 Literacy Skills Mini Bundle – Grammar and Writing Activities
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KS2 Literacy Skills Mini Bundle – Grammar and Writing Activities

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A time-saving bundle of targeted KS2 grammar and writing lessons. Ideal for whole-class teaching, revision sessions, homework tasks, or interventions. This pack includes five fully-prepared lessons, each focusing on a key area of grammar or writing composition: Colons and Semi-Colons – clear examples and modelled practice Relative Clauses – statutory grammar skill with applied writing Passive Voice – structured breakdown with editable slides Cohesive Devices – improve paragraph flow and sentence linking Similes and Cohesion Writing Bundle – scaffold descriptive writing Each lesson includes teacher slides, examples, and pupil activities. All resources are editable, classroom-tested, and built to save planning time. Perfect for: Year 5 and Year 6 SATs grammar preparation SPaG intervention Time-saving weekly grammar teaching
Parent Engagement Toolkit – Editable Templates to Strengthen Home–School Links
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Parent Engagement Toolkit – Editable Templates to Strengthen Home–School Links

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This editable toolkit brings together two practical, classroom-tested resources to support strong, consistent communication with parents and carers. What’s included: Parent Communication Toolkit Editable termly letters, curriculum overviews, and meeting templates for whole-school use. Parent Partnership Toolkit Structured formats and editable documents to help schools strengthen school–home links, from early years to upper KS2. Designed by a UK school leader, these resources save time, reduce admin, and support meaningful engagement with families across the year. Ideal for: Class teachers SLT and inclusion leads Phase and subject leaders Ofsted evidence and parent events All files are fully editable and ready to adapt for your school context.
74 WOW Word Searches for KS2 or KS3 Literacy
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74 WOW Word Searches for KS2 or KS3 Literacy

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This resource includes 74 word searches created in SMART Notebook format, designed specifically for use on interactive whiteboards. Each puzzle features a unique set of vocabulary words—there are no duplicates—making this ideal for regular use across a term or school year. Perfect for: KS2–KS3 learners Literacy starters and plenaries Early finishers or extension tasks Interactive whiteboard activities Supply or cover lessons Key Features: Fully editable SMART Notebook file Click-through navigation between pages Suitable for use with pens or drag-and-drop interaction Vocabulary themes include WOW words, seasonal topics, Fair Trade, spelling patterns, and more Why teachers love this resource: Easy to use with no printing required Engaging and ready to go in seconds Boosts vocabulary, spelling, and independent thinking You’re free to customize pages or integrate them into your own lessons.
Pupil Puzzle Bundle – Word Searches & Codebreaker Maths (KS2/KS3)
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Pupil Puzzle Bundle – Word Searches & Codebreaker Maths (KS2/KS3)

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Bring purposeful fun to your classroom with this time-saving puzzle bundle, ideal for upper KS2 and lower KS3. Designed to build fluency in vocabulary and maths, both resources are editable and classroom-tested. Included in this bundle: 74 WOW Word Searches (KS2/KS3 Literacy) A large collection of themed word searches covering a wide range of curriculum-linked vocabulary. These puzzles work well as early finisher tasks, morning starters, or end-of-day activities. 64 Spelling Codebreaker Maths Puzzles (Y5/Y6 SMART Notebook) Interactive maths puzzles where each answer helps reveal a hidden statutory spelling word. Covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and more — ideal for revision or homework. Suitable for: Vocabulary development Cross-curricular revision Homework Morning work Cover lessons Created by a UK school leader to save time and support meaningful practice across subjects.
Staff Voice & Leadership Prompts
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Staff Voice & Leadership Prompts

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Gather meaningful insights and feedback from your wider team with this editable, practical toolkit. Designed to support reflection, discussion, and planning during the final weeks of term. Includes: Editable staff voice forms Leadership reflection prompts for SLT Optional end-of-year question activities Flexible for whole-team or small group use Use it for: Collecting staff feedback Leadership team reflection Building into performance conversations or year-end reviews
SLT Reflection & Evaluation Pack
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SLT Reflection & Evaluation Pack

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This strategic toolkit supports senior leaders to reflect on impact, identify priorities, and close the year with clarity. Designed for heads, deputies, and wider SLT to evaluate leadership functioning at the end of the academic year. Includes: Editable SLT evaluation grid Leadership RAG review prompts Strategic reflection questions grouped by leadership area Pre-filled and blank templates Suitable for individual or team use Use it for: End-of-year SLT reviews SLT away days Strategic planning and school development
School Calendar 2025–26 – Editable
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School Calendar 2025–26 – Editable

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Free until June 30 – grab it while you can! A calm, editable school calendar for 2025–26, with monthly SLT planning prompts. Designed to support strategic leadership and reduce workload. This free resource includes: A full academic year calendar (September 2025 to August 2026) Editable Word version Week numbers, term labels, INSET space, and a flexible layout Monthly SLT prompts to guide strategic planning (e.g. curriculum review, 51ºÚÁÏ audits, data milestones) Ideal for: Headteachers, deputies and SLTs School business/operations leads Pastoral and 51ºÚÁÏ leaders Anyone coordinating school-wide systems or strategy Created by a current UK headteacher under the name The Clear Voice for Education — a microbusiness offering practical, time-saving tools for real schools. All resources are built from lived school leadership experience, with a calm, professional tone and a focus on clarity, consistency, and reducing overwhelm. More tools for planning, CPD and 51ºÚÁÏ: https://clearvoice.gumroad.com
SLT Reflection & Staff Feedback Toolkit – End-of-Year Strategic Review Pack
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SLT Reflection & Staff Feedback Toolkit – End-of-Year Strategic Review Pack

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This discounted bundle includes two editable toolkits to support school leaders with structured reflection, strategic evaluation, and staff feedback. Ideal for senior leaders who want to end the year with clarity and plan ahead with insight. Bundle includes: SLT Reflection & Evaluation Toolkit Staff Voice & Leadership Prompts Pack