Staff notation is a way of writing music down and the English national curriculum requires that staff notation is taught, alongside other notations, at Key stage 2. Learn how rhythm and note duration is written and how time signatures, pitch and performance direction are shown in staff notation.
year: Year 6
Music: Staff notation 1 – KS2 – What is staff notation?
Staff notation is a way of writing music down, and the English national curriculum requires that staff notation is taught, alongside other notations, at Key Stage 2. This video introduces what staff notation is, how to read staff notation and how to use a clef.
RSE Pupil video: Conception (voiced by a man) Year 6
This pupil-facing video explains how human conception occurs, using age-appropriate language for Year 6. It describes the process from ovulation to fertilisation, and how a sperm and egg meet during sexual intercourse. The video explains physical arousal, ejaculation, fertilisation, and early pregnancy in a factual, non-sensational way, helping pupils understand how babies are made. It reassures pupils that sex is a choice between consenting adults in close relationships and introduces the biological foundations of reproduction in a respectful, informative manner.
There is an alternative version of this video voiced by a woman.
RSE pupil video: Conception (voiced by a woman) Year 6
This age-appropriate video for Year 6 pupils explains the biological process of human conception. It describes how ovulation works, what happens during sexual intercourse, and how a sperm fertilises an egg to begin pregnancy. With clear, factual language and a supportive tone, the video helps children understand where babies come from, reinforcing key learning in the “Safety and the changing body” unit.
There is an alternative version of this video available that has been voiced by a man.
RSE Pupil video: Pregnancy and birth Year 6
This Year 6 lesson video explains the stages of human pregnancy and birth in a clear and age-appropriate way. Pupils will learn how a fertilised egg develops into an embryo, then a fetus, and eventually a newborn baby. The video also explores how a baby grows in the womb, how it’s nourished, and how birth happens. This video supports the following lesson:
Webinar recording: An overview of Kapow Primary’s Computing scheme – 5th October 2021
In this video, recorded on 5th October 2021, we provide an overview of Kapow Primary’s Computing scheme. Find out how the curriculum is structured, what support is available for teachers, and how the scheme aligns with national expectations while being flexible to suit your school’s specific needs. Find the accompanying slides here.
Teacher video: Physical health
This video explores how to teach physical health in RSHE, covering diet, sleep, and activity topics. Sarah discusses how these lessons connect to other subjects like PE and D&T, and offers practical advice for navigating sensitive topics such as obesity, eating disorders, and parental support—while promoting a healthy and balanced approach.
Teacher video: Mental wellbeing
This video explores how to approach physical health education in RSHE lessons. Sarah discusses the importance of teaching children about the links between diet, sleep, and physical activity, and how these lessons can complement subjects like D&T and PE. She offers guidance on handling sensitive issues such as childhood obesity, family eating disorders, and lack of parental support, while maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment. The interview also highlights the Eatwell Guide as a model for healthy eating and stresses the importance of promoting balance over restriction. Finally, it addresses how to spot signs of illness in pupils without causing unnecessary anxiety.
Teacher video: Friendships
This video explores the theme of friendships in RSHE lessons. Sarah discusses how children are taught to form and maintain friendships, understand that falling out is normal, and practise friendly behaviours. She explains how to support children who struggle with friendships using distancing techniques like stories and puppets, and how to include those who may not have close friends but are content. The video also advises teachers on handling repetitive content and real-life class situations by adapting lesson scenarios while ensuring they remain depersonalised and inclusive.
