Starting 'Big School' is a huge milestone, but being ready about that milestone can be a lot simpler (and more fun!) through the power of purposeful play...🧩✨
We've teamed up with @mrhallahan to explore the core pillars of school readiness and share easy ways parents & families everywhere can support learning at home ahead of that big first day.
From building routines with our Visual Rainbow Timer 🌈- to encouraging independence through our Dressing Skills bean bags 👔.
Every activity is designed to help little learners grow in confidence before they step into the classroom. 🏫
Because school readiness isn't about perfection - it's about helping children feel confident, capable and excited for their next adventure 📚🎒
Good luck to every little learner starting their school journey this year - you've got this 🌟
#BigSchoolReady #SchoolReadiness #LearningThroughPlay #EarlyYearsEducation #SocialAndEmotionalLearning #FineMotorSkills #EarlyMaths #EducationalToys #PlayBasedLearning #LearningResourcesUK
Nature has a way of slowing us down and opening our eyes to the tiny wonders of the world. 🔍
With our GeoSafari Bugnoculars, every beetle, butterfly and wriggly friend becomes part of the adventure — helping children explore, observe and connect with the world in a whole new way — making 'monkeying around' even more fun..🐒
Because outdoor play isn’t just fun… it’s curiosity, confidence and discovery wrapped into one wild adventure. ✨
A huge thank you to @AmazonaZooCromer for having us! 🌳🪲
Our day there gave us exactly what we love most: real‑world exploring, hands‑on learning and a chance to fully immerse ourselves in wildlife 🐛🌍
#outdoorexploration #geosafaribugnoculars #outdooradventure #learningthroughplay
Don’t let the Capybara fall!
Snack or Splash™ A Balance Bonanza – our new challenge game that promotes:
👉 Hand-eye coordination
👉 Fine Motor Skills
👉 Colour Matching and Recognition
For ages 4+ (and all Capybara fans)
#capybaragame #snackorsplash #balancegame #finemotorskills #handeyecoordination
Exploring numbers through play builds real early maths confidence — and it all starts with simple, hands‑on fun 🌈🔢
In our Big School Ready series, @mrhallahan shares his top tips for developing early numeracy skills.
From building towers with MathLink Cubes to linking numbers with real quantities, purposeful play makes learning feel natural, joyful, and exciting for little learners 🧱✨
Tap into more expert advice with our Big School Ready Guides — helping families feel confident for the journey ahead 📖✏️
#BigSchoolReady #LearningResourcesUK #EarlyMaths #PurposefulPlay #MathLinkCubes #EYFS #LearningThroughPlay #ParentTips
#ad We have been kindly sent the Big School Ready Bundle & Guide, which is packed with engaging, easy-to-use activities that support early learning without feeling overwhelming. Everything is thoughtfully designed to build confidence, independence, and key school-ready skills through play. 🍎📚✏️ @learningresourcesuk
Perfect for parents wanting simple yet effective learning resources at home and ideal for making school preparation fun instead of stressful. ✨
#bigschoolready #schoolreadiness #StartingReception #StartingSchool
A huge thank you to @learningresourcesuk for the awesome package for #babysam and Alita! Super educational and they're going to have so much fun!
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Soft sounds. Slow movements. Big discoveries. 🔎
The GeoSafari SeaScope turns every puddle, pond, and rockpool into a mini rainforest expedition 🌧️🪲
Designed for young scientists who learn best by seeing, touching, and exploring the world around them.
At Learning Resources UK, we’re all about sparking curiosity and getting children outdoors — one adventure at a time 🌿✨
#LearningResourcesUK #GeoSafari #ASMRKids #OutdoorEducation #NatureDiscovery #CromerZoo
Phase 4 mirror reading activity using our fab mirrors from @learningresourcesuk
Comment 'mirror' to get the link sent straight to your DMs.
Download contains a set of 24 CVCC and CCVC phase 4 words 😊
Here at Learning Resources UK we’re offering FREE PRINTED COPIES of our Big School Ready guide for you to share with parents of children starting Reception this September, endorsed by @kitbrownnn . ✏️🏫
Perfect for:
✅Nursery settings supporting school transitions
✅Reception transition events
✅New starter packs
✅Parent handouts for September intake
✅Designed to support smoother school transitions
Whether you’re an EYFS practitioner preparing children for Reception, or a primary teacher welcoming your new cohort, these guides are designed to help parents feel informed, confident, and supported ahead of the big transition.
Comment “big school” below and we’ll send you the link to request printed copies for your setting. 📦
A small resource that can make a big difference this September. 🍎
#bigschoolready #schooltransition #eyfs #receptionteacher #nurseryteacher primaryteacher teachersupport parentsupport freeresources
Our Big School Ready guide is back! ✏️
Designed to help families feel confident about this next big chapter in their lives. 📖
Created in collaboration with @kitbrownnn - our guide focuses on crucial skills that will truly support children as they start school: confidence, independence, emotional wellbeing and everyday routines that help them settle, adapt and thrive. 🧑🏼🏫
Our guide champions a realistic and supportive approach to school readiness - enabling children to feel secure, capable and excited for the transition ahead. 📅
Because readiness isn’t about being ahead - it’s about feeling ready. 💭
Download the Big School Ready Guide now via the link in our bio. 🖱️
#schoolreadiness #bigschoolguide #education #schoolprep
POV: You’re packing the bag that does it all!
Fine motor skills? Sorted. 🖐
Emotional awareness? Yep. 🧠
Independent focus time? Absolutely. 💡
Out and about just got a whole lot easier with our best picks from Learning Resources UK ✨
Everything they need, all in one magic bag. 🎒
#readyforanything #analoguebag #whatsinmybag #finemotorskills #outandabout
Sign up for the Number Heroes competition by National Numeracy for a chance to WIN MathLink Cubes Sets, number fun books, a Numberblocks backpack and more for your class. 🎉 Be a Number Hero this #NationalNumeracyDay! 💪
Learn more! 👉 .uk/number-heroes-competition 👈
Join the number fun on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026! 🔢
#Numberblocks #CountingIsFun #FunLearning #blocksuniverse
