Free Downloads

Choose from our selection of free downloadable resources below, all designed for teaching and learning in the primary classroom.

Model Poem: KS2

A haiku aimed at Key Stage 2 pupils, this model poem about Black History Month has appropriate vocabulary for Years 3 and 4. However, the poetic structure and topic are appropriate for Years 5 and 6 as well.

Model Poem: KS1

A simple, rhythmic, rhyming poem, this poem is written specifically to suit the National Curriculum requirements for Year 1. All about how 'Being Six' is great!

Super Spy Maths

Decode a secret message, using maths skills to interpret data regarding letter frequency. Suitable for KS2. Hones data handling skills.

Fiction Model Text: Year 3

This 'finding' story, centred on the experiences of an anxious hedgehog, models the National Curriculum requirements for Year 3.

Fiction Model Text: Year 4

This 'character flaw' story, centred on the experiences of a vain little girl, models the National Curriculum requirements for Year 4.

Fiction Model Text: Year 5

This descriptive horror story, giving a third person account of a scene from Macbeth, models the National Curriculum requirements for Year 5.

Maths Model Text: Year 1

A short, fun, child-friendly story, incorporating doubles of all numbers between 1 and 10. This resource has National Curriculum references and is a great way to introduce children to the concept of doubling.

Spelling Progression Sheet

A clear one-page document charting the progress children are expected to make in spelling throughout Key Stages 1 and 2.