year: Year 1
Knowledge organiser – Science Y1: Seasonal changes
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the mixed-age unit Science, Year 1, Forces and space: Seasonal changes.
This resource is designed to support the children as they explore seasonal changes throughout the year. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts, including the four seasons (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) and how daylight hours vary across them. The resource helps the children understand the sequence of months and how weather and natural environments change with the seasons. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering an early understanding of time, weather patterns and seasonal cycles.
Knowledge organiser: Geography – Y1 What is it like to live in Shanghai?
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Geography, Year 1, What is it like to live in Shanghai?
This resource is designed to support pupils as they compare geographical features of Shanghai with those in the UK. It introduces the concepts of physical features—such as rivers, hills, woodlands, and beaches—and human features like skyscrapers, roads, bridges, houses, and schools. Through a labelled photograph of Shanghai and a colourful world map, pupils are helped to locate continents and identify China’s global position. This unit is ideal for building early geographical awareness and developing pupils’ ability to distinguish between natural and human environments.
Webinar: An Introduction To Kapow Primary
Experience the insights from the Kapow Primary team as they introduce our foundation schemes of work, each aligned with the national curriculum. This webinar covers key features such as:
- long-term and mid-term planning
- individual lesson planning
- CPD videos
- assessment
- and an array of supporting resources, including webinars, knowledge organisers, pupil videos, and more!
RSE & PSHE: KS1 Pupil voice
This questionnaire invites key stage 1 pupils to share their thoughts on RSE & PSHE lessons, giving them a chance to reflect on their learning and provide valuable feedback.
See how our KS1 RSE & PSHE scheme of work can further support pupil engagement!
Design and technology: KS1 Pupil voice
Art and design: KS1 Pupil voice
Music: KS1 Pupil voice
RSE & PSHE: Teacher knowledge audit
This audit document is designed to help subject leaders identify gaps in teachers’ subject knowledge within the RSE & PSHE curriculum, ensuring that all staff feel confident and well-prepared to deliver lessons effectively. The audit highlights areas where additional support may be needed, enabling targeted professional development and knowledge building.
Links to supporting videos and resources within the RSE & PSHE scheme of work are provided throughout to help teachers in developing their understanding.
The scheme is organised by key stage, including:
