Hope Blog

Early Years Funding and Wage Challenges in 2025
Rising wages and unspent local funds put early years settings under strain. Findel examines how providers can adapt.

£70 Million Investment Expands Cadet Forces in Schools
Government funds 40,000 new school cadets by 2030. Findel explores how this builds leadership and teamwork.

Messy play: Malleable materials for early years
Learning opportunities that come from using malleable materials in play.

Building literacy skills: using LEGO ® in the classroom
Check out these building literacy skills tips using LEGO bricks is a fantastic way to engage a class.

What is LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime? A teacher’s guide
Explore LEGO SPIKE Prime with this guide for teachers.

LEGO activities for maths lessons
15 ideas and activities to teach maths using Lego.

Calm music for the classroom to encourage writing
Create a calm and welcoming environment in the classroom for pupils.

Sign language in the classroom
Explore sign language lessons that can contribute to cognitive development in the classroom

How to make easy pipe cleaner spiders
A simple but spooky solution for a school craft session - pipe cleaner spiders.

Protecting Language Learning – Why Expanding Hubs Matters
HEPI report urges expansion of Language Hubs to reverse the decline in language study. Findel shares insights on cultural literacy.

Outdoor learning activities: 57 fun and engaging ideas
Check out our comprehensive list of outdoor activity ideas spanning subjects including English, maths and science, and more.

Going green in the classroom
View our list of the best go-green ideas you can use in school with your pupils here.