year: Year 6
Teacher video: Women’s roles in WW2
This History video introduces teachers the vital roles women played in Britain during World War Two. It explains how women stepped into jobs traditionally held by men and highlights the challenges they faced.
This video is part of Kapow History’s What was the impact of World War 2 on the people of Britain? It supports teacher knowledge about the contributions of women from across the British Empire and how wartime experiences influenced later movements for gender equality.
Teacher video: The impact of World War 2 unit overview
This History video introduces the unit What was the impact of World War 2 on the people of Britain? It outlines how children will investigate the effects of the war through a range of historical sources, including oral histories, propaganda and personal accounts.
It highlights key themes such as the Battle of Britain, migration and the experiences of different groups during and after the war. It also emphasises careful handling of sensitive topics and encourages critical thinking and historical enquiry.
Pupil video: The Windrush generation
This History video introduces children to the Windrush generation. It explores how people from the Caribbean helped rebuild Britain after World War 2. It explains why they came, what life was like when they arrived and the challenges they faced, such as racism and finding work and housing.
This video is part of Kapow History’s What was the impact of World War 2 on the people of Britain? It encourages children to learn about the importance of the Windrush generation and to recognise their contribution to Britain.
Archived Science: Long-term plan
Webinar: What the Interim Curriculum Review Means for Primary Schools
Watch our expert panel break down the key proposals from the interim curriculum review and explore what they mean for planning, teaching, and subject leadership in primary schools. Perfect for classroom teachers, subject leaders and senior leaders.
Science: Equipment list — mixed-age
Vocabulary display – Science Y5/6 (B): Making connections: How does light affect the direction of plant growth?
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the mixed-age unit Science, Y5/6 (B), Making connections: How does light affect the direction of plant growth? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of key scientific concepts and processes.
See the full Science: Progression of key vocabulary.
Knowledge organiser – Science Y5/6 (A): Materials: Properties and changes
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the mixed-age unit Science, Year 5/6 (A), Materials: Properties and changes.
This resource is designed to support the children as they explore the properties and changes of materials. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts, including conductivity, hardness, transparency and the suitability of materials for different uses. The resource also explains the difference between reversible and irreversible changes, with examples such as dissolving, melting, burning and rusting. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering an understanding of how materials behave and how they can be changed through physical and chemical processes.
