Alverstoke Church of EnglandHome Blended Learning
If children are unable to attend school for a particular reason, we use a home school blended approach. Below are some useful links to the curriculum areas, and activities which the children can explore.
Please find below links to other websites and resources that can be used to enrich children's learning:
Art
- Foundation Stones at Home
- Make a family cross
- Perfect picture Kandinsky
- Standing Together stamp activity
English
Top Marks
Offer audio stories and games to practise phonics, spelling and reading
www.topmarks.co.uk/english-games
Oxford Owl
Access to Reading and Maths activities
Jackanory Junior
Access to story clips, read by well-known actors.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007t9wg
Teach Handwriting
Access to handwriting guidance and activities.
www.teachhandwriting.co.uk/index.html
Audible
All children’s audiobooks are available to download for free while schools are closed. There is no registration required. https://stories.audible.com/discovery
Authorfy
This website provides masterclasses on texts from a range of authors, including videos from the authors and activities linked to the novels. Registration is required but resources are free once you have registered. https://authorfy.com
Pobble365
A new image is published each day as a basis for creative writing. Story starters, questions and drawing ideas are provided. No registration is required. https://www.pobble365.com/
The Children’s Poetry Archive
An archive of spoken poetry recordings. Children can listen to poems read out loud. No registration is required.https://childrens.poetryarchive.org/
- Bank of writing ideas lower KS2 updated1
- Bank of writing ideas upper KS21
- Menu of reading response ideas KS21
Maths
Top Marks
Practise maths skills with these interactive games, covering many aspects of maths learning. www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games
Nrich
Nrich provides a range of activities. Some are interactive and some are to be completed offline. Activities are categorised by age range. No registration is required. https://nrich.maths.org/
- Domino activities 1
- Dominos basic game1
- More Domino Activities1
- Playing Card Games KS11
- Playing Card Games KS21
- Snakes and Ladders 1
Music
- Keep Calm and Make Music Weekly Wonder for KS1 and Lower KS2 Find it Make it Play it.pptx
- Keep Calm and Make Music Weekly Wonder for Upper KS2 Find it Make it Play it.pptx
P.E
Disney 10 Minute Shake Ups
10-minute videos based on Disney films that count towards a child’s 60 active minutes per day. No registration is required. https://www.nhs.uk/10-minute-shake-up/shake-ups
#ThisIsPE
Link to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYGRaluWWTojV3An2WEgsQ4qGFy_91jDL
Primary Games
Primary Games
Access to Maths, Reading and Science games.
Please click on the ‘learn’ tab to access these. www.primarygames.com
Scholastic – Learn at home resources
https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/
HelpKidzLearn
A collection of games and resources designed for a range of educational needs and stages. It includes provision for school closure.https://www.helpkidzlearn.com/
Science/STEM
BBC Bitesize
BBC Bitesize is offering interactive resources covering the primary science curriculum. No registration is required. https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/primary
STEM Learning (Home Learning)
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. https://www.stem.org.uk/primary-science
SEND
HelpKidzLearn
A collection of games and resources designed for a range of educational needs and stages. It includes provision for school closure. https://www.helpkidzlearn.com/
Inclusive Teach
A number of downloadable teaching resources to support pupils with SEND. No registration is required. https://inclusiveteach.com/free-printable-sen-teaching-resources/
SEN Teacher
Downloadable resources that can be adapted to suit the needs of pupils. Resources are aimed at a range of abilities. No registration required. https://www.senteacher.org/
Purple Mash
This website offers a range of activities for a range of subjects, including quizzes, games and videos. Registration is required but resources are being offered for free during school closures. https://2simple.com/purple-mash/
Wellbeing
Children’s Commissioner
This site provides a downloadable guide for children about coronavirus. No registration is required. https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/publication/childrens-guide-to-coronavirus/
MindEd
An educational resource for all adults on children and young people’s mental health. Registration is required. https://www.minded.org.uk/
Child Bereavement Network
This site provides advice on supporting grieving children during the coronavirus outbreak. No registration is required. http://www.childhoodbereavementnetwork.org.uk/covid-19.aspx
