MrsT- Primary
@mrsthomson.bsky.social
KS2 teacher
Mixed Y4/5
Senior Teacher
Curriculum Lead
English Lead (inc. Reading, Writing & Oracy)
History Lead
Geography Lead
Mixed Y4/5
Senior Teacher
Curriculum Lead
English Lead (inc. Reading, Writing & Oracy)
History Lead
Geography Lead
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"UK primary class sizes are among the biggest in the industrialised world, larger than Mexico, Turkey and Colombia - OECD"
Is it finally time that we can get past the daft idea that class size DOESN'T impact the quality of education?
#edusky
#eduskyprimary
www.theguardian.com/education/ar...
Is it finally time that we can get past the daft idea that class size DOESN'T impact the quality of education?
#edusky
#eduskyprimary
www.theguardian.com/education/ar...
UK primary class sizes among biggest in industrialised world, report finds
Only Chile exceeds UK’s 27 pupils a class in OECD study, with UK pupil-teacher ratio also among highest
www.theguardian.com
September 11, 2024 at 6:09 AM
"UK primary class sizes are among the biggest in the industrialised world, larger than Mexico, Turkey and Colombia - OECD"
Is it finally time that we can get past the daft idea that class size DOESN'T impact the quality of education?
#edusky
#eduskyprimary
www.theguardian.com/education/ar...
Is it finally time that we can get past the daft idea that class size DOESN'T impact the quality of education?
#edusky
#eduskyprimary
www.theguardian.com/education/ar...
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I'm a secondary maths teacher and I say the primary curriculum is too full of maths.
There should be far more space to explore more broadly. We have plenty of time to cover enough maths if students arrive knowing the basics really well.
There should be far more space to explore more broadly. We have plenty of time to cover enough maths if students arrive knowing the basics really well.
September 5, 2024 at 6:56 PM
I'm a secondary maths teacher and I say the primary curriculum is too full of maths.
There should be far more space to explore more broadly. We have plenty of time to cover enough maths if students arrive knowing the basics really well.
There should be far more space to explore more broadly. We have plenty of time to cover enough maths if students arrive knowing the basics really well.
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Just posted new blog on Bluesky and not (yet) on Twitter. Be interesting to see engagement. Will I fold and put it on Twitter too? Please help me avoid the temptation by reposting here!
primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...
primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...
August 25, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Just posted new blog on Bluesky and not (yet) on Twitter. Be interesting to see engagement. Will I fold and put it on Twitter too? Please help me avoid the temptation by reposting here!
primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...
primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...
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An immensely important article about recognising effort, appreciating hard work and acknowledging that outcomes shouldn't always be measured in the same way.
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August 24, 2024 at 4:21 PM
An immensely important article about recognising effort, appreciating hard work and acknowledging that outcomes shouldn't always be measured in the same way.
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Fantastic list! Check it out 👀📚
Have just finished rewriting the overview for a weekly picturebook assembly which focuses on equality, diversity and inclusion. It's still a work in progress but please feel free to use and adapt. All shares appreciated! The link is on my Padlet: padlet.com/Jon_Biddle/r...
August 23, 2024 at 6:05 PM
Fantastic list! Check it out 👀📚
Nizrana Farook has done it again with this beautifully written, fast paced story. Selvi and Lokka will undoubtably captivate the hearts of my Y4/5s with their friendship. An adventure from start to finish. 🐆 #kidslit #primaryedusky #reading #primaryenglish #KS2 #readingjourney
August 22, 2024 at 6:25 AM
Nizrana Farook has done it again with this beautifully written, fast paced story. Selvi and Lokka will undoubtably captivate the hearts of my Y4/5s with their friendship. An adventure from start to finish. 🐆 #kidslit #primaryedusky #reading #primaryenglish #KS2 #readingjourney
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Hi UK teachers/schools/librarians!
I’ve got FIVE signed, dedicated and personalised postcards to giveaway!
No need to follow me - this isn’t Twitter, dahhlings - just share/tag some pals and I’ll choose some winners on 23.8.24!
#PrimaryEduSky #Skybrarians #EduSky
I’ve got FIVE signed, dedicated and personalised postcards to giveaway!
No need to follow me - this isn’t Twitter, dahhlings - just share/tag some pals and I’ll choose some winners on 23.8.24!
#PrimaryEduSky #Skybrarians #EduSky
August 21, 2024 at 9:25 AM
Hi UK teachers/schools/librarians!
I’ve got FIVE signed, dedicated and personalised postcards to giveaway!
No need to follow me - this isn’t Twitter, dahhlings - just share/tag some pals and I’ll choose some winners on 23.8.24!
#PrimaryEduSky #Skybrarians #EduSky
I’ve got FIVE signed, dedicated and personalised postcards to giveaway!
No need to follow me - this isn’t Twitter, dahhlings - just share/tag some pals and I’ll choose some winners on 23.8.24!
#PrimaryEduSky #Skybrarians #EduSky
Another great book for Y5 upwards. Covers anxiety, self-acceptance and growing up @edusky.bsky.social #eduskyprimary #primaryedusky #readingjourney #readingKS2 #KS2
August 19, 2024 at 1:01 PM
Another great book for Y5 upwards. Covers anxiety, self-acceptance and growing up @edusky.bsky.social #eduskyprimary #primaryedusky #readingjourney #readingKS2 #KS2
Some great books on this list! 📚
Teachers - what is your favourite book to study and read to your class?
Mine is still Varjak Paw by SF Said. My year 4s are always totally engrossed in the story & the work they produce is superb.
Let me know yours ⤵️
#edusky #eduskyprimary #primarysky
Mine is still Varjak Paw by SF Said. My year 4s are always totally engrossed in the story & the work they produce is superb.
Let me know yours ⤵️
#edusky #eduskyprimary #primarysky
August 18, 2024 at 11:19 AM
Some great books on this list! 📚
Another day another #TaskDesign ramble about ‘thinking models/worddiagrams’. This time being used as an alternative to a blank mini whiteboard. Read on here👇
bit.ly/3ApOhFL
As always, questions & criticisms welcome🙏
#EduSky #UKEd #Edtech #primarysky #eduprimary #eduskyprimary #primaryedusky
bit.ly/3ApOhFL
As always, questions & criticisms welcome🙏
#EduSky #UKEd #Edtech #primarysky #eduprimary #eduskyprimary #primaryedusky
Task Design: Extending the Mind Using Graphic Organisers as Mini Whiteboards in the Classroom
AI generated image. Prompt: A whiteboard can be imposing for UK school children. In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the tools we use can significantly impact how students engage with content...
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August 18, 2024 at 11:06 AM
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*NEW blog* Do your pupils work hard enough?
Inspired by discussions on Bluesky earlier.
bunsenblue.wordpress.com/2024/08/17/d...
Inspired by discussions on Bluesky earlier.
bunsenblue.wordpress.com/2024/08/17/d...
Do your pupils work hard enough?
Let's indulge in two thought experiments. Scenario 1. Imagine you have no data about a class you start to teach in September. You have no knowledge about their prior attainment and no knowledge about ...
bunsenblue.wordpress.com
August 17, 2024 at 7:27 PM
*NEW blog* Do your pupils work hard enough?
Inspired by discussions on Bluesky earlier.
bunsenblue.wordpress.com/2024/08/17/d...
Inspired by discussions on Bluesky earlier.
bunsenblue.wordpress.com/2024/08/17/d...
KS2 are starting this years ready journey with these fantastic books. Mixed Y3/4, Mixed Y4/5 and Y6. Our class structure changes every year which gives us chance to cover a vast selection of books. Recommendations always welcome 💕📚
August 17, 2024 at 11:34 AM
KS2 are starting this years ready journey with these fantastic books. Mixed Y3/4, Mixed Y4/5 and Y6. Our class structure changes every year which gives us chance to cover a vast selection of books. Recommendations always welcome 💕📚