A new style of learning is here! Think of it like a TV show that you can interact with using a digital workbook. You just scan the QR code in the class (or click on the link in the dashboard) to get your workbook full of activities linked to the class.
Each half term, the new learning shows will be streamed live for those of you that like a structured timetable (you’ll see a live symbol underneath). Or you can just watch it whenever you want!
Look out for the AQA symbol to show the classes that are linked to AQA Unit Awards. For these, you’ll be able to join in with the class as usual and then earn a fancy AQA certificate at the end once you’ve shown us the work you’ve completed (more info about The AQA Unit Awards here). You don’t have to be part of the AQA Unit Awards to take part in the learning shows though!
An Introduction to Singing in a group & Aural Skills
Live this half term: Monday at 9am
This interactive learning show is designed to help you discover the true joy of singing with others and experience that amazing feeling when different voices blend perfectly together.
Every week is a musical adventure as we learn beautiful songs from different parts of the world. Each song is made up of different vocal parts that sound fantastic on their own, but absolutely amazing when we layer them up and sing them together.
Alongside these songs, we will learn how to recognise different musical intervals by ear using catchy, familiar songs to unlock the secrets to relative pitch. These skills will help you develop the foundations needed to harmonise with ease.
Best of all, the music doesn’t stop when the class ends. You will learn songs that you can easily teach to your friends and family so that they can sing along with you – your very own choir at home.
Making A Fabric Christmas Tree Decoration
Live this half term: Wednesday at 12pm
Get ready for a little festive stitching fun! In this cosy, hands-on block, young makers will learn how to create their very own fabric Christmas decorations and bunting from start to finish.
They’ll explore simple sewing skills, colourful decorative stitching and applique techniques as they bring their decorations to life, before adding those all-important finishing touches. Along the way, they’ll build confidence with fabric and thread while working towards the AQA Unit Award 71265 – Making a Fabric Christmas Tree Decoration.
A lovely family project to make, learn and be proud of – something that can become part of your Christmas for years to come! ✨
Celebrating Christmas Around The World
Live this half term: Thursday at 11am
Christmas is celebrated in many different ways around the world, with each country having its own special traditions, foods, decorations, music and celebrations! In this 5 week Learning Show, we’ll take a festive journey around the globe to discover how different countries celebrate Christmas and what makes each tradition unique.
Together, we’ll explore Christmas traditions from different countries, compare the ways people celebrate and discover how climate, culture and local customs can influence Christmas celebrations. Along the way, learners will have the opportunity to create artwork inspired by the traditions we’ve discovered.
Producing A Handmade Christmas Card
Live this half term: Thursday at 1pm
Get into the festive spirit with a lovely creative class that’s suitable for all the family. Imagine an evening spent making handmade Christmas cards for everyone you know!
We’ll take a little inspiration from commercially made cards before experimenting with different materials, textures and decorative techniques to discover what works best for you. You’ll then design and create your own Christmas cards, choosing your colours, materials and decorations before adding a personalised greeting inside.
Let’s get creative and make something wonderfully festive that could be popped in the post to someone special!
Poetry
Live this half term: Friday at 9am
Get ready to rhyme, laugh, puzzle and perform in our newest learning show – Poetry! Linked to the AQA unit award so you can earn yourself an accreditation!
Across five lessons, children will explore a brilliant variety of poetry including riddles, kennings, limericks, haiku, free verse and narrative poems, discovering how poets use rhythm, rhyme, imagery and humour to bring words to life.
Each session combines teaching with interactive workbook challenges, creative writing, poetry investigations, performance at home, independent activities and exciting Kahoot quizzes.
We won’t just read poetry – we’ll play with language, solve poetic puzzles and become poets, creating our own original pieces along the way!
Who knew poetry could be this much fun?
Caring For A Hamster
Live this half term: Friday at 10am
Get ready to enter the wonderful world of hamsters! 🐹
In this 5 week Learning Show, we’ll discover what hamsters need to live happy, healthy lives and what it really means to be a responsible hamster owner.
From meeting different types of hamster and creating the perfect hamster home, to going on a hamster shopping challenge and becoming a hamster care detective, every episode will combine fun facts, interactive activities and creative challenges.
Learners will discover how hamsters behave, what they eat, how to keep them safe and comfortable and the things they need every day. We’ll also explore real hamster products and their costs, helping learners think about what they would need to buy for their very own hamster.
Throughout the 5 weeks, learners will work towards completing the AQA Unit Award: Caring for a Hamster, building their knowledge of hamster needs, care requirements, different hamster types and hamster products.
An Introduction to The Ancient Mayans
Live this half term: Friday at 11am
Pack your explorer bag, grab your history detective notebook and prepare to travel back in time… because we’re heading deep into the rainforests of ancient Mesoamerica! 🌎🌴
In our new Learning Show, children will uncover the incredible world of the ancient Maya through maps, mysteries, timelines, investigations, secret symbols… and even CHOCOLATE!
We’ll track down the Maya on a map and discover where their ancient civilisation would be found in today’s world. We’ll travel through thousands of years of history, piecing together important events on our giant Maya timeline. We’ll become history detectives, using books, websites, images and historical evidence to uncover clues about Maya cities, rulers, beliefs and everyday life. We’ll investigate mysterious Maya codices and glyphs and discover how this remarkable civilisation recorded its ideas and knowledge.
We’re making Maya-inspired HOT CHOCOLATE! We’ll discover why cacao was so important to Maya culture before creating and tasting our own Maya-inspired drink. Along the way there’ll be challenges, investigations, discussions, quizzes and plenty of opportunities for children to share their discoveries.
While they’re busy exploring, investigating, decoding and creating, children will also be working towards the objectives from the AQA Entry Level unit: An Introduction to the Ancient Mayans.
Discovering What Happened To The Titanic
Live this half term: Friday at 1pm
This unit offers an exciting opportunity to investigate one of the world’s most famous maritime disasters: the RMS Titanic. We will explore the Titanic’s construction, discover what life was like for passengers from different social classes and examine the dramatic events that led to its sinking.
By examining different sources, such as photographs, films and survivor accounts, we will develop our understanding of this significant event in history. We will become historical investigators, examining different viewpoints and deciding who was responsible for the tragedy.
The unit concludes by exploring the lasting impact of the Titanic disaster and the important safety improvements that transformed sea travel. This fascinating and memorable unit encourages curiosity and helps learners understand why the story of the Titanic continues to captivate people around the world more than a century later.
Disney Character Design and Storytelling
Live this half term: Tuesday at 12pm
Bring your imagination to life in this fun and creative learning show* inspired by the magic of Disney storytelling!
Throughout the course, learners will explore what makes Disney characters so memorable by looking at their personalities, appearance, and the different ways they are presented in films. Using these ideas as inspiration, each learner will design their own original Disney-style character, complete with a unique name, personality traits, backstory, and costume design. By the end of the course, learners will be ready to present their character while developing creativity, communication skills, and self-expression in a supportive and engaging environment.
No previous drawing or design experience is needed – just a love of creativity, imagination, and Disney!
Art project: Fashion Design
Live this half term: Wednesday at 10am
This learning show* discovers fashion design through a creative project, guiding learners from their first ideas to a finished collection.
This Level One unit explores personal style, inspiration, outfit creation, footwear design, branding, and presentation skills.
Learners will develop their own fashion concepts, experiment with materials and colours, and build a project portfolio that showcases their creativity and design process.
Study of Marine Mammals Native to the UK
Live this half term: Thursday at 10am
In this learning show* learners will explore the seals, dolphins, porpoises and whales that call UK waters home. We’ll uncover the two native seal species, meet five incredible cetaceans, and learn how to tell dolphins and porpoises apart.
Along the way, we’ll investigate adaptations, habitats and behaviours through interactive activities, games and engaging challenges designed to bring these remarkable animals to life. Perfect for animal lovers and aspiring marine biologists who want to learn more about the wildlife on our very own doorstep.
Expect plenty of science, surprising facts and a little bit of “Carrie Ann Chaos” along the way!
Space Exploration: Our Solar System
Live this half term: Thursday at 12pm
In this action-packed, space-themed learning show* we will explore the eight planets, discover how rockets work, investigate what astronauts need to survive, and uncover the mysteries of the Moon and the International Space Station. We’ll build model rockets, create lunar craters, recognise objects in the night sky and learn how the planets orbit the Sun through hands-on activities and interactive challenges.
Ready for an out-of-this-world adventure? Buckle up as we blast off on an exciting journey through our Solar System and beyond! Perfect for aspiring astronauts, space enthusiasts, home educating families and anyone who has ever looked up at the stars and wondered what’s out there.
Expect rockets, exploration, amazing facts and a few surprises!
PSHE: Changing Adolescent Bodies
Live this half term: Friday at 10am
In this 5 week learning show* we’ll explore the physical and emotional changes that happen during puberty in a friendly, supportive and age appropriate way.
Together, we’ll discover what puberty is, why our bodies change and how everyone experiences growing up differently. Along the way, we’ll learn about personal hygiene, menstrual wellbeing, emotional wellbeing and healthy habits that help us look after ourselves with confidence.
By the end of the Learning Show, children will have developed a greater understanding of puberty, body changes, emotional wellbeing and healthy lifestyles, helping them feel more informed, confident and prepared for adolescence.
I can’t wait to explore this important journey of growing up together and celebrate everything learners discover along the way!
Victorian Britain: Child Labour
Live this half term: Friday at 11am
In this fascinating five-week learning show* we will step back in time to explore the lives of children during Victorian Britain.
Through research, discussion, source analysis and creative activities, pupils will discover the jobs Victorian children undertook, the conditions they worked in, and how prominent individuals and laws gradually improved life for children.
By the end of the unit, learners will compare Victorian childhood with their own experiences and complete all requirements for the AQA Unit Award Scheme.
Introduction to Childcare
This learning show* is the perfect first step into the world of childcare! Do you love working with young children? Have you ever thought about turning that into a future career?
In this fun and interactive course, you’ll explore what it’s really like to work with children and discover exciting future pathways such as becoming an Early Years Practitioner, Teaching Assistant, Childminder or more. We’ll learn about how children grow and develop, why play is so important, and how to help keep children safe in different situations. You’ll build confidence while developing key skills like communication, patience and responsibility, all qualities that colleges and employers LOVE to see!
Through activities, discussions and real-life scenarios, you’ll start building your own portfolio of knowledge to support your future goals.
Textiles: Making a Cushion Cover
This learning show* will guide you through the steps needed to make your own cusion cover!
Join our exciting textile learning show and work towards an AQA Unit Award while learning practical sewing and creative design skills! In this hands-on course, you will create and develop original cushion cover design ideas, make colour mood boards using mixed media techniques, and produce a final professional design plan. Learners will gain confidence in both hand stitching and machine sewing skills, including inserting zips, and constructing a finished cushion cover. Students will also explore the correct use of fabrics, tools, needles, pins and scissors while documenting the different stages of the making process through photography.
Perfect for beginners and creative learners who want to build confidence in textile art and sewing skills!
Introduction to Marine Biology
This learning show* sees us dive beneath the surface and explore the incredible world of marine biology!
In this exciting ocean-themed block, learners will discover coral reefs, sharks and rays, marine mammals, ocean geography and the impact humans are having on marine ecosystems. We’ll investigate fascinating adaptations, weird and wonderful sea creatures, food chains, pollution and climate change through interactive activities and practical challenges. Perfect for ocean-loving learners, home educating families and budding marine biologists who are curious about the underwater world.
Expect science, storytelling, conservation and a little bit of “Carrie Ann Chaos” along the way!
Science: Cells
This learning show* investigates the question: What are living things actually made from? In this hands-on biology block, learners will explore the tiny microscopic world of cells.
We’ll investigate the seven life processes, compare plant and animal cells, discover strange unicellular organisms and learn how substances move in and out of cells through diffusion.
This block includes microscope work, model making, practical investigations and plenty of interactive activities to help learners truly understand what is happening inside living things not just memorise diagrams from a textbook.
Perfect for curious learners, home educating families and anyone wanting a strong foundation in biology and GCSE-style science skills.
Serious science learning… just not too serious
Exploring Emotions: Reading ‘The Colour Monster’
This learning show* explores the wonderful world of emotions through the beautiful story ‘The Colour Monster’. Together, we’ll discover how feelings can sometimes feel mixed up, how every emotion is important and ways we can express ourselves safely and creatively.
Through storytelling, crafts, drawing and calming activities, children will build emotional awareness while working towards completing the AQA Unit Award: Exploring Emotions: Reading ‘The Colour Monster’. Each session is designed to be gentle, creative and engaging, helping learners explore emotions in a fun and supportive way.
Learners will reflect on what they’ve discovered about emotions throughout the duration of the ‘Learning Shows’ and complete their final activities in their interactive workbooks.
Online Safety in Core Computing (Unit 1): Online Reputation
This learning show* looks at how to stay safe and smart online.
During this block of lessons, you will discover what an online reputation is, how your digital footprint is created, and why the things you post online matter.
You will also learn positive ways to build a strong online reputation and why this matters alongside understanding how people can sometimes damage others online.
This unit will help you become more confident, responsible and prepared for the digital world we use every day.
Jobs in Childcare
This learning show* is a great starting point for anyone interested in working in childcare, offering insight into a range of roles from early years practitioners and teaching assistants to more specialist pathways.
It explores the key skills and qualities employers look for, and how to present these through CVs and interviews, with examples and practice questions included. Learners will also cover how to prepare for interviews and gain an understanding of the DBS process and why it matters when working with children.
Along the way, there is a focus on building confidence, recognising individual strengths, and taking a first step towards a future career in childcare.
Non Fiction Writing – Advertising a Holiday Home
This learning show* focuses on creating engaging holiday home adverts, helping learners build confidence in writing through a fun, real-life context.
They’ll explore examples of adverts, learn how to spot and use persuasive language, and understand how features like headings and structure bring writing to life.
Along the way, they’ll develop their ideas step by step, improving their use of vocabulary and sentence structure, before planning and creating their own advert for a chosen audience.
By the end, learners will have produced a polished holiday home advert while developing their creativity and writing skills.
Premier League Football
This learning show* explores the world of the Premier League, building knowledge of the biggest clubs, standout players and record-breaking moments in English football.
Learners will discover key facts about top teams, their achievements, famous players, and major records, as well as looking at stadiums, seasons and some of the league’s biggest transfers.
Throughout the course, they’ll complete a virtual workbook to record what they’ve learned and show their understanding. With a mix of facts, challenges and interactive activities, it’s a great fit for anyone who enjoys football and wants to deepen their knowledge of the game.
Basic Sewing Machine Operation
This learning show* introduces the basics of using a sewing machine, helping learners build confidence as they learn to thread, operate, and care for it safely.
It covers key skills such as understanding different parts of the machine and practising a range of stitches through simple challenges.
Throughout the course, an interactive workbook supports learning and helps reinforce new skills. By the end, each learner will complete their own small sewing project and have the chance to share what they’ve made, marking their progress and growing independence.
Heart Dissection and The Human Double Circulatory System
This learning show* brings human biology to life through a hands- on exploration of the heart and circulatory system.
Learners will examine a real heart to identify key structures such as the atria, ventricles and valves, while building a clear understanding of how blood moves around the body in the double circulatory system. The course also looks at the roles of arteries and veins, where oxygenated and deoxygenated blood are found, and how everything works together.
With a mix of practical investigation, guided activities and short quizzes, it’s a great fit for learners who enjoy getting stuck in and understanding how the body really works.
The Periodic Table
This learning show* explores the periodic table and helps learners understand how elements are organised and why.
It looks at the structure of atoms, the difference between metals and non-metals, and how groups like noble gases and halogens behave and are used in everyday life. Learners will build confidence in recognising chemical symbols, spotting patterns, and using scientific language.
With interactive activities, discussion, and short quizzes throughout, it’s a great fit for those who enjoy problem-solving and making sense of how the world is put together.
Humans before History: Stone Age to Iron Age
This learning show* explores life in prehistoric Britain, taking learners on a journey through the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages.
Learners will investigate how early humans lived, from the hunter-gatherers of the Palaeolithic and Mesolithic periods to the more settled communities of later periods, exploring how life changed over time. Using a range of historical sources, they will examine how tools were made, how materials such as iron were used, and what everyday life may have been like. The course also looks at significant sites such as Stonehenge, helping learners develop their understanding of how evidence is used to build knowledge of the past.
Throughout the course, learners will develop their enquiry skills, use appropriate historical vocabulary, and build a clear sense of chronology. By the end, they will have a deeper understanding of prehistoric life and how early societies shaped the world around them.
The Science of ‘Slytherin
This learning show* explores the world of Slytherin through a range of scientific concepts. Learners will explore the science behind snakes, potions, light, deep-sea creatures and magical materials, linking ideas from biology, chemistry and physics.
They will investigate how vipers inject venom, how we see colour, and why certain materials are better suited for specific uses, including which types of wood would make the most effective wand. The course also looks at deep-sea creatures such as the giant squid, alongside exploring chemical reactions and the properties of water.
Throughout the course, learners will take part in practical activities, discussion and short quizzes to build confidence and understanding. By the end, learners will be able to explain a range of scientific ideas while developing their curiosity and scientific thinking.
Mathematics: Planning a Holiday
This learning show* explores how maths can be applied in real-life situations through planning a holiday.
Learners will choose a destination and use real travel information to research transport and accommodation options, working out costs and making decisions within a set budget. They will also create a journey timetable using the 24-hour clock and explore the climate of their chosen destination, presenting data clearly in a graph or chart.
Throughout the course, learners will develop confidence in applying mathematical skills in a practical context. By the end, they will have planned a complete holiday while building their understanding of budgeting, time and data handling.