Please find below a list of websites that you might choose to access. This is optional. We will try to update these if/when we become aware of other useful links.
Authorfy
Website: https://authorfy.com.
Key stages: early years foundation stage to key stage 2.
Description: access to masterclasses on texts from a range of authors, including videos from the authors and activities linked to novels.
Registration: is required
BookTrust
Website: https://www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/bookfinder/
Key stages: early years foundation stage to key stage 2.
Description: a site with recommended booklists, categorised by age range and topic, including fiction and non-fiction. Family activities are included in the ‘Home Time’ section.
Registration: not required
Classroom Secrets
Website: https://classroomsecrets.co.uk/free-home-learning-packs/
Key stages: early years foundation stage to key stage 2.
Description: downloadable resource packs which cover a range of subjects, including reading and writing.
Registration: not required
The Children’s Poetry Archive
Website: https://childrens.poetryarchive.org/
Key stages: key stage 3 and key stage 4.
Description: an archive of spoken poetry recordings. Pupils can listen to poems being read aloud.
Registration: not required
Literacy Shed
Website: https://www.literacyshedplus.com/en-gb/browse/free-resources
Key stages: key stage 1 and key stage 2.
Description: downloadable resource packs with tasks based on video clips on YouTube.
Registration: not required
Pobble 365 - Writing
Website: https://www.pobble365.com/
Key stages: key stage 1 and key stage 2.
Description: a new image is published each day as a basis for creative writing. Story starters, questions and drawing ideas are provided.
Registration: not required
Hamilton Trust (home learning section) - Maths
Website: https://www.hamilton-trust.org.uk/blog/learning-home-packs/
Key stages: key stage 1 and key stage 2.
Description: downloadable resource packs with teacher guidance. A week’s worth of resources is provided for each year group.
Registration: not required
Mathematics Mastery
Website: https://www.mathematicsmastery.org/free-resources
Key stages: early years foundation stage, key stage 1, key stage 2 and key stage 3
Description: downloadable guidance and resource packs for parents and pupils.
Registration: not required
Nrich - Maths
Website: https://nrich.maths.org/
Key stages: early years foundation stage to key stage 4
Description: a range of activities. Some are interactive and some are to be completed offline. Activities are categorised by age range.
Registration: not required
Top Marks - Maths
Website: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games
Key stages: early years foundation stage, key stage 1, key stage 2 and key stage 3
Description: a range of interactive maths games categorised by age group.
Registration: not required
Mathigon
Website: https://mathigon.org/
Key stages: key stage 3 and key stage 4
Description: interactive maths resources that allow teachers and parents to track student progress and set activities.
Registration: not required
Nrich Core Maths
Website: https://nrich.maths.org/12524
Key stages: key stage 3 to key stage 5.
Description: games and puzzles as well as mathematical-thinking and problem-solving questions. Content is categorised by topic and age group.
Registration: not required
STEM Learning - Science
Website: https://www.stem.org.uk/resources/curated-collections/secondary-and-level-science-0
Key stages: key stage 3, key stage 4 and key stage 5
Description: an online resource bank, which links to resources on external websites. The site features a live chat function offering support from subject experts. New home learning resources are being developed.
Registration: is required for some resources
Fitness Blender - P.E.
Website: https://www.fitnessblender.com/
Key stages: key stage 3 to key stage 5
Description: videos featuring a range of exercises and workouts. You can choose exercises by: degree of difficulty, type, gender and whether equipment is needed or not.
Registration: not required
MindEd - Mental Wellbeing
Website: https://www.minded.org.uk/
Key stages: early years foundation stage to key stage 2
Description: an educational resource for all adults on children and young people’s mental health.
Registration: not required, but registration increases functionality
Children’s Society - Mental Wellbeing
Website: https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/coronavirus-information-and-support
Key stages: key stage 3 to key stage 5
Description: information and support on different aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
Registration: not required
This website has a number of activities listed to encourage fitness for the whole family and suggestions of child friendly APPS that will support with anxiety, relaxation and mindfulness. https://www.teambedsandluton.co.uk/getting-active-at-home
White Rose Maths. Click on the Home Learning link for maths work for Early Years to Year 8. Go to www.whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/
Audible is offering free instant streaming of children's books. Go to stories.audible.com/start-listen
Joe Wickes P.E. www.thebodycoach.com look at his blog or search 'the bodycoach' on YouTube
Twinkl has worksheets for all subjects and year groups and often includes a parental explanation www.twinkl.co.uk/offer and enter the code CVDTWINKLHELPS
For those pupil a with a Units of Sound account go to online.unitsofsound.com/- then login (the children all know their passwords)
BBC Bitesize will be changing to bring daily content to support education and wellbeing. Activities are divided in to age phases. Go to www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
The World of David Walliams is releasing an audio story from The World’s Worst Children every day for the next 30 days. Each day head to http://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/ at 11am for the latest story. Please note it seems to be easier to access via Facebook. Stories from the previous days are available to listen to.
My Maths provides interactive maths learning. Go to www.mymaths.co.uk Username: leighton Password: middleschool
Carol Vorderman is currently offering her maths website for free. It’s suitable for children aged 4 – 11 years. Go to www.themathsfactor.com
Science with Maddie Moate Weekdays 11am on YouTube. Maddie and Greg chat about Science and nature https://www.youtube.com/maddiemoate
Hi everyone, I'm Maddie! This channel is where I like to share my adventures and discoveries as I ask questions and go in search of answers.
Dance with Oti Mabuse. Everyday at 11.30am on YouTube but class can be viewed any time.
Cooking with Jamie Oliver. He has a whole section on his website for children so they can make their own lunch. https://www.jamieoliver.com/features/easy-recipes-for-kids/
History with Dan Snow 2pm week days. You can sign up to History Hit TV for free for 30 days. The streaming service has lots of history documentaries. There's also a free podcast. https://www.historyhit.com/podcasts/dan-snows-history-hit/
Music with Myleene Klass twice a week on Myleen's Music Klass YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQh2wgJ5tOrixYBn6jFXsXQ
Blockly - Learn computer programming skills - fun and free. https://blockly.games/
Duolingo - Learn languages for free; web or app. https://www.duolingo.com/learn
The Kids Should See This - Wide range of cool educational videos. https://thekidshouldseethis.com/
Play some maths games at https://www.coolmathgames.com/
Unfortunately not the ones with chocolate chips.
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