The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
This adaptable lesson plan template is designed to help teachers prepare for Ofsted inspections. It aligns with Ofsted's inspection criteria and supports the creation of structured, engaging, and effective lessons.
Whatβs Included:
β Ofsted-focused lesson plan template
β Sections for learning objectives, key questions, assessment strategies, differentiation, and resources
β User-friendly layout for easy navigation and planning
β Adaptable for all subjects and key stages
β Reflective sections to promote teaching improvement
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Learning Objectives
- Clearly define what students should know and be able to do by the end of the lesson.
β Key Questions
- Identify critical questions to engage students and guide their learning.
β Assessment Strategies
- Outline methods to measure student progress during the lesson.
β Differentiation
- Provide strategies to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring inclusivity.
β Reflection and Improvement
- A space for teachers to reflect on their teaching practices and identify areas for growth.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Helps teachers meet Ofstedβs inspection criteria
β Encourages a structured, efficient approach to lesson planning
β Supports differentiated teaching practices
β Ideal for teachers looking to reflect and improve on their teaching
β Saves time with a ready-to-use, flexible template
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for teachers in KS1 to KS4, NQTs, supply teachers, and anyone seeking to improve lesson planning. Also valuable for preparing for Ofsted inspections and refining teaching practices.
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This resource includes a set of 44 handwriting task cards designed for early finishers. The 22-page PDF provides a variety of activities for pupils to practise their handwriting skills, making it ideal for use during independent work or as a challenge for students.
Whatβs Included:
β 44 Handwriting task cards
β 22-page PDF file
β Variety of tasks to challenge and engage early finishers
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Task Cards
- Each task card focuses on different handwriting exercises, such as practising letters, words, and simple sentences.
β Independent Practice
- Students can work through the cards in their handwriting books, promoting individual learning and improvement.
β Challenge Area
- Suitable for setting up a challenge area where pupils can choose tasks that best suit their ability level.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Perfect for early finishers or as independent practice
β Promotes handwriting improvement and fluency
β Easy to print and use with minimal preparation
β Suitable for a range of ability levels
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for use in KS1 classrooms, for early finishers, as an independent activity, or within a handwriting challenge area.
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Handwriting task cards | Early finishers handwriting | KS1 handwriting practice | Independent learning | Handwriting resources | Outstanding handwriting activities
This guided reading timetable is designed to help teachers structure their reading sessions effectively. Originally created for Year 1, it can be adapted for use in all year groups. The timetable ensures that children can stay engaged with independent activities while the teacher focuses on the guided reading group.
Whatβs Included:
β Timetable for guided reading sessions
β Designed for Year 1 but adaptable for all year groups
β Allows for independent tasks while the teacher works with a group
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Timetable Setup
- The resource includes a clear timetable layout that helps teachers plan guided reading sessions efficiently.
β Independent Activities
- The timetable ensures pupils are engaged with independent activities while the teacher works directly with a guided reading group.
β Flexible Use
- While designed for Year 1, the timetable can be adapted for different year groups or used in various classroom settings.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Helps manage time effectively during guided reading
β Keeps all students engaged, even when not in the reading group
β Suitable for a range of year groups
β Easy to implement and adjust
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for KS1 and KS2 teachers conducting guided reading sessions. Perfect for any year group that requires structured reading time and independent tasks.
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This one-page tracker is designed to help Year 1 teachers efficiently monitor guided reading progress. It simplifies the assessment process, providing a clear snapshot of each child's development in phonics and comprehension.
Whatβs Included:
β One-page tracker for guided reading assessment
β Space to track phonics skills, comprehension abilities, and more
β Areas to record book title, colour band, date, key questions, and observations
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Foundational and Conceptual Targets
- Track phonics accuracy, fluency, and comprehension abilities, including support and independent skills.
β Progress Tracking
- Mark achieved targets by highlighting or ticking off mastered skills.
β Comprehensive Record Keeping
- The tracker includes sections for book title, colour band, date, key questions for discussion, and detailed observations.
β Individual Assessment
- Identify strengths and areas for improvement to tailor teaching.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Time-saving assessment tool
β Easy to use and visually clear
β Helps track both phonics and comprehension progress
β Ideal for differentiating learning and adjusting teaching strategies
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for Year 1 teachers, reading specialists, and teaching assistants to monitor and evaluate guided reading progress.
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Year 1 guided reading tracker | Reading assessment | Phonics skills tracking | KS1 reading progress | Outstanding reading resources
This resource provides 36 writing checklists tailored for KS1 and KS2. Each checklist focuses on a different genre or text type, offering clear criteria to help teachers assess, plan, and guide writing development.
Whatβs Included:
β 36 genre-specific writing checklists
β Checklists for a range of writing styles, from acrostic poems to traditional tales
β Editable format for easy use and customisation
Lesson Overview / Structure:
β Writing Checklist Framework
- Each checklist includes "Must," "Should," and "Could" statements to guide assessment.
β Versatile Use
- Ideal for planning lessons, guiding self-assessment, and providing peer and teacher feedback.
β Time-saving Assessment Tool
- Streamline the process of assessing writing with clear, concise criteria that help students focus on areas for improvement.
Why Itβs Useful:
β Covers a wide range of writing genres for KS1 and KS2
β Differentiated assessment to support all learners
β Editable for ease of use and adaptability
β Saves time while providing targeted feedback
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS1 and KS2 teachers, writing assessments, lesson planning, and supporting self-assessment and peer feedback.
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KS1 writing checklists | KS2 writing assessment | Writing genre checklists | Writing success criteria | KS1 literacy | KS2 writing planning | Outstanding writing resources