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This free Back to School selfie template is a simple and fun activity to help pupils settle into the new school year. Pupils can draw themselves and write about their summer holidays, making it ideal for transition days, welcome activities, or first-week icebreakers across KS1 and KS2. What’s Included: ✔ PDF file with two printable templates ✔ ‘Selfie’ phone template for drawing self-portraits ✔ Writing template for describing summer activities Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Welcome Starter Pupils use the phone template to draw a selfie-style picture Pupils write a short paragraph about what they did over the summer Templates can be shared on displays, in scrapbooks, or kept for transition folders ★ Classroom Activity Great for paired discussions or class introductions Builds confidence and classroom community from the first day Why It’s Useful: ✔ Easy, ready-to-use printable activity for the first day ✔ Supports transition and getting to know pupils ✔ Encourages creativity and self-expression ✔ Suitable for all abilities Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for KS1 and KS2 first day activities, all about me tasks, welcome back sessions, transition mornings, or end of summer reflections. Search Tags: Back to school KS2 | back to school activities | selfie template classroom | all about me activity | transition activity KS1 KS2 | welcome back to school | ice breaker activities KS2

Engaging 20–45 minute lesson ideal for observations, interviews, or Ofsted This practical and well-structured KS2 computing lesson helps children understand what algorithms are and how to debug them, using the ever-popular Jam Sandwich Bot activity. Originally created by an experienced computing lead for an interview lesson, it’s now a go-to favourite for anyone wanting to teach algorithms in a memorable, hands-on way. What’s the lesson about? Children explore how to write and debug simple algorithms by “programming” the teacher to make a jam sandwich. This encourages precise instructions, teamwork, and plenty of laughter—all while covering key computing objectives. What’s included: ★ A detailed lesson plan with clear structure and timing suggestions ★ PowerPoint presentation to guide the lesson and explain new vocabulary ★ Debugging worksheet for independent or paired work ★ Printable keyword posters with clear definitions for display or recap How to use it: Start with the PowerPoint to introduce key terms Use the Jam Sandwich Bot activity to demonstrate the need for clear, logical instructions Follow up with the debugging worksheet to reinforce the learning Display the keyword posters to keep computing language visible throughout the topic Why it works well: ✔ Simple to deliver with clear guidance and resources ✔ Highly engaging and interactive ✔ Encourages problem solving and logical thinking ✔ Easy to adapt for different timings or ability levels ✔ Ideal for Year 3 and Year 4, but adaptable across KS2 You may also be interested in… PRIMARY COMPUTING Progression of Skills Computing Skills Progression Y1-Y6 Stand out in interviews or observations by bringing a unique and exciting lesson to the table. Make computing memorable with the Jam Sandwich Bot! Tags: KS2 computing | algorithms | debugging | jam sandwich activity | computing interview lesson | Year 3 | Year 4 | observation lesson | Ofsted | programming | logical thinking | lesson plan | classroom resources

These 12 editable posters are designed to support Year 1 teachers in assessing and observing continuous provision areas. Perfect for displaying in each area, these posters provide clear guidance on assessment and support for teaching assistants. What’s Included: ✔ 12 editable Word posters ✔ Posters for each provision area: Book Corner, Listening Station, Computer Area, Construction, Creative D&M, Malleable, Maths, Our Office, Painting, Role Play, Sand, Small World, Water ✔ Key Learning Opportunities for each area ✔ Clear prompts for what resources to use, what it should look like, and actions for both adults and children Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Book Corner / Listening Station – Guidance on assessment and expected outcomes for listening and reading activities. ★ Computer Area – Key learning opportunities and strategies for observation in digital learning. ★ Construction – What resources to use and how to support learning in the construction area. ★ Creative D&M – Observations for creative activities, supporting fine motor and design skills. ★ Malleable, Maths, and Role Play – Focus on practical activities for development in key areas. ★ Sand, Small World, and Water – Learning and observation opportunities in sensory and imaginative play. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Supports targeted assessment in continuous provision areas ✔ Provides clear guidance for teaching assistants ✔ Editable Word format for easy customisation ✔ Focuses on both adult and child actions to guide learning Suggested Use Cases: Ideal for Year 1 and KS1 classrooms, continuous provision areas, assessment, and observation. Suitable for supporting teaching assistants and helping monitor children’s progress across different learning areas. Search Tags: KS1 continuous provision | Year 1 assessment | EYFS observation | teaching assistant support | editable assessment posters | role play learning | small world area | EYFS classroom resources