General resources

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Schools have closed. We’re here to help.

Due to the recent closure of schools across the UK, we’ve been contacted by a large number of parents looking to make sure their children stay on track with their learning.

Schools are doing as much as they can to provide content and, where possible, lessons via live streaming.

However, this is a difficult job, so to help out we have compiled a list of fantastic resources that are easily accessible via Amazon, and are packed full of engaging content for children to keep learning whilst at home. See the list below.

Also see the Statutory Framework (Early Years) and National Curriculum (Primary) guidelines so you can stay informed about the curriculum.

Support for families home schooling

•            9am- P.E with Joe Wicks, week days at 9am but you can visit any time on YouTube to view the workouts. https://www.youtube.com/user/thebodycoach1

 

•            9:30am- Wildlife with Steve Backshall. Every day at 9.30am on Facebook Steve Backshall for answering all your wildlife biology, conservation, geography and exploration questions

 

•            11am- Science with Maddie Moate Weekdays at 11am on YouTube. Maddie & Greg chat about science and nature. https://www.youtube.com/maddiemoate  

 

•            11am- Storytime with David Walliams Free story everyday at 11am on his website – www.worldofdavidwalliams.com

 

•            11:30am- Dance with Oti Mabuse. Everyday at 11.30am on YouTube, but children can view the class at any time. https://www.youtube.com/user/mosetsanagape  

 

•            12pm – Lunch (cooking) with Jamie Oliver. You may have seen Jamie's Keep Cooking and Carry On show on Channel 4, which shows you how to keep cooking through quarantine conditions, using what you already have in your cupboards. While those recipes are a bit advanced for little people, he has a whole section on his website just to get kids cooking, so they can rustle up their own lunch. https://www.jamieoliver.com/features/easy-recipes-for-kids/  

 

•            2pm – History with Dan Snow. You can sign up to History Hit TV for free for 30 days.

The streaming service has loads of history documentaries on it about everything from Jack The Ripper to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. There’s also a free podcast. https://www.historyhit.com/podcasts/dan-snows-history-hit/  

 

•            Maths with Carol Voderman Free access to the maths website – www.themathsfactor.com

 

•            Music with Myleene Klass Twice a week on Myleen’s Music Klass YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQh2wgJ5tOrixYBn6jFXsXQ  

 

•            Royal Mint interactive ‘Kids Hub’ The free resource is available on The Royal Mint’s website and provides a host of quizzes, games and educational tools – brought to life through iconic coins, and popular children’s characters such as The Gruffalo and Wallace & Gromit. https://www.royalmint.com/kids/

 

•            Free taster pack with Twinkl Free resources has been created especially for parents of children aged 5 – 7. Including a SATs survival pack, activities, phonics, mindfulness colouring, information & more!. This pack can help you to support your child at home & shows you what Twinkl has to offer. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/new-primary-topic-resources/free-taster-packs-twinkl-recommends-key-stage-1

 

•            Phonics Play- Free, unlimited access to selected games and teaching ideas across several phases - play these as many times as you like! https://new.phonicsplay.co.uk/