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Posted on September 19, 2017 by Gill Budgell
A variety of different activities for the classroom.
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Posted on September 15, 2017 by Gill Budgell
These games can be played at most phases if the words are carefully selected.
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Posted on September 15, 2017 by Nick Hart
Many thanks to Nick Hart for this blog post, which takes a look at success criteria in mathematics.
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Posted on September 12, 2017 by Bev Forrest
Bev Forrest thinks it’s time for a fresh look at our study of significant events.
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Posted on September 11, 2017 by Gill Budgell
A list of useful segmenting activities to use in the classroom.
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Posted on September 8, 2017 by The Rising Stars Team
We’ve come a long way since our beginnings in the spare bedroom of founder Andrea Carr, 15 years ago. Over that time, we have had the privilege to work with some of the best teachers, school leaders and educational experts in the world of education, to create innovative, trustworthy resources that make a difference in the classroom.
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Posted on September 7, 2017 by Nellie Perrin
Three reasons to try Assessment Bank this September:
- Save time by creating lesson starters, quizzes and professional-looking tests in just a few clicks
- Identify and address gaps in children's learning with all new curriculum questions
- Unlimited access for every teacher in your school
PLUS - you'll be entered into a prize draw for a chance to win an iPad Air, fully compatible and ready to use with Assessment Bank in your school. *T&Cs apply.
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Posted on September 5, 2017 by Teri Williams
Every year, Rising Stars commissions a team of experienced teachers and consultants to review the Key Stage 2 national test papers. They provide analysis of the questions, which help schools prepare children for future tests - find out more about the reports here.
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Posted on September 4, 2017 by Katie Blainey
I’m delighted to be sharing news of an exciting collaboration!
Over the years, Rising Stars has become the assessment provider of choice for over 11,500 primary schools, whilst Hodder Education has been providing rigorous tests to schools for over 40 years. This term we are pleased to bring together two of the most trusted names in education to launch RS Assessment from Hodder Education, to make it even easier for you to access the support and resources you need.
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Posted on August 14, 2017 by Belle Cottingham
Thanks to Belle Cottingham for this guest blog post on her recent trip to Japan. Belle is a participant of Project IMPULS 2017 and one of the authors of Rising Stars Mathematics.
I have just come back from Japan having been lucky enough to be selected to take part in
Project IMPULS, a two week immersion programme designed to give an insight into the learning practices adopted in Japan and methods utilised to enhance learning experiences for all participants.
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