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Classroom Icebreaker Activities for the New School Term

Posted by EYR Team on 1st Sep 2025

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Returning to the classroom after 6 weeks of summer can be daunting for both children and teachers. Why not ease into the new school term with some fun icebreaker activities? Icebreaker games can be a … read more

Starting Primary School Checklist – what are children expected to know?

Posted by EYR Team on 23rd Jun 2025

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If you have a little one starting school in September you might have a lot of questions: “What does my child need to know?” “What can I do to prepare them?” “Is my chil … read more

Outdoor Classroom Ideas: 10 Ways to Support KS1 Learning Outside

Posted by EYR Team on 28th Apr 2025

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We all know the benefits that outdoor learning can have on a child’s development, but often, coming up with outdoor classroom ideas can be a bit of a struggle. In this blog we share 10 suggestio … read more

Conservation Classroom Activities For Early Years

Posted by EYR Team on 25th Dec 2023

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In a world where fostering a deep connection to our planet is vital for future generations, instilling a sense of environmental responsibility from a young age is essential. In this blog, we suggest … read more

How to use music in your early years and classroom settings.

Posted by EYR Team on 20th Nov 2023

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It has been proven that music plays a key role in brain development as it contributes to learning language, motor, emotional intelligence and collaboration skills. With early years educators constant … read more

Your Essential Checklist for the New School Year

Posted by EYR Team on 6th Nov 2023

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The new school year can bring with it excitement and anticipation, but also a degree of stress if not properly planned and organised. To ensure you have a successful start to the upcoming school year … read more

Getting the best start in life: A summary of Ofsted's research review for early years

Posted by EYR Team on 12th Dec 2022

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Ofsted recently published part 1 of its "Best start in life: A research review for early years". A series of subject-based curriculum research reviews focused on early years education. In this brief … read more

Ways you can support children in the transition to New Year

Posted by EYR Team on 31st Dec 2021

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New Year brings hope, challenges, and new beginnings. It brings new feelings in not only ourselves but our children. How can we support children as they look forward to, or are fazed by, the uncertai … read more

Supporting Transitions in the Early Years – A Parent’s Point of View

Posted by EYR Team on 2nd Jul 2021

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  The transition to school or nursery can be a stressful time for children, parents and practitioners. Children will encounter new challenges such as being required to concentrate for longe … read more

Promoting Diversity in Your School Setting

Posted by EYR Team on 18th Mar 2021

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Now is as important time as ever to talk about diversity and inclusion. Particularly its place in early years and primary school settings. In this blog we will be sharing ways in which we can continu … read more

Re-Opening Schools in Ireland - A Primary Teacher's Perspective

Posted by EYR Team on 27th Jul 2020

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This article has been written by primary school teacher Lorraine, from All Things Primary. Here she shares her lockdown experience in Ireland and school re-opening plans for September.   &nb … read more

Wellbeing Tips for Early Years & Primary School Teachers

Posted by EYR Team on 26th Jun 2020

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"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge" -Albert Einstein   Mental health and wellbeing has become even more of a key focus recently due to eve … read more

How to Ensure Play Supports Classroom Teaching

Posted by EYR Team on 11th Nov 2019

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Play is one of the most important ways in which young children gain essential knowledge and skills The Lego Foundation in Support of UNICEF, 2018, Learning Through Play   ‘Imaginative P … read more

Improving Numeracy in the Classroom

Posted by EYR Team on 9th Sep 2019

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 Do not worry about your difficulties in mathematics. I can assure you mine are still greater. Albert Einstein   Maths is a tricky thing; a lot of children (and people!) either take to i … read more

The Benefits of Technology in the Classroom

Posted by EYR Team on 9th Sep 2019

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Using technology as a tool for learning has never been more relevant to children’s lives. Rachel Hall, Managing Director of Busy Things, an online educational resource which provides fun learni … read more

Sensory Gardens In Schools: How To Create One

Posted by EYR Team on 2nd Sep 2019

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  Here at Early Years Resources, we are firm believers in the idea that children learn more when all of their senses are fully engaged. Nicky Roeber, from Wyevale Garden Centres, discusses … read more