The Coronavirus Pandemic has caused school closures across the country. Shown below is a list of tools and resources that can help those who have bee affected by school closures.
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Khan Academy
If you love mathematics and computing then Khan Academy is for you. The website covers all ages and other subjects are available but at a Secondary level. Whilst the system predominately uses the U.S grading system a lot of the material is commonly used in British schools.
BBC Learning
A lot of us will remember the BBC Bitesize lessons that were on TV in the early hours. The BBC have expanded their educational resource and this is free to access. No TV License required unless you are accessing the content that is visible via the BBC iPlayer
Futurelearn
Whether you’re a youngster to 14+ there are 100s of course for you to choose from and you only need to pay if you want a certificate in your name. Youngsters will need to have a parent account.
Openlearn
The Open University offer free taster courses for those who are considering a degree or a course with the Open University. Everyone can access these Adult Educational materials, but some e.g. nature and environment courses could well be of more interest to younger people.
Blockly
Learn how tow to program your computer for free and for fun.
Scratch
Become a creative computer programmer
Ted Ed
Plenty of a engaging educational videos for all ages and abilities
National Geographic for Kids
Activities and quizzes for younger children.
Visit National Geographic Kids
Duolingo
Lover of languages? You can learn a whole host of them either with the free app or website.
Mystery Science
No babe required enjoy free Science lessons
The Kids Should See This
Plenty of cool and educational videos
Visit The Kids Should See This
Crash Course
You Tube Videos covering a broad range of subjects
Crash Course Kids
As above but for the youngsters
Crest Awards
The Science award you can complete at home
iDEA Awards
A digital enterprise award scheme that can be completed at home.
Paw Print Badges
Free challenge packs, download, resources and more. The majority of the activities can be completed indoors. There is a small cost for the badges but these are optional.
Tinkercad
Get your hands dirty with all kinds of making.
Prodigy Maths
Gradin is in the US system, however it is a great resource for brushing up on those all important mathematical skills.
CBEEBIES Radio
Listening activities for those younger learners.
Nature Detectives
A garden or access to a park is needed for these exciting bug and outdoor adventures.
British Council
Resources for learning the English Language
Oxford Owl for home
For Primary school kids plenty of resources and educational materials
Big History Project
Aimed at those in Secondary education. A whole host of activities.
Geography Games
Gaming for those who love geography
Blue Peter Badges
Do you have what it takes to earn your Blue Peter Badge, join in.
The Artful Parent
Awesome, free art activities for
Red Ted Art
Easy Arts and crafts for little ones.
The Imagination Tree
For the youngest and inspirational learners there are lots of arts and craft activities here.
Toy Theatre
Online Educational Games
DK Find Out
Activities and Quizzes for some downtime
Twinkl
Plenty of print outs and educational resources, usually free, however the website is offering a free months access to parents in the event schools closure during the pandemic.
