Oracy – An Essential in the Teacher’s Toolkit

Read this blog by Michael Gardner to understand why oracy is a vital part of a teacher’s toolkit and how it already exists in your classrooms.. What is Oracy? In recent months, the concept of oracy has jumped into the education spotlight. Oracy, first coined by Andrew Wilkinson in his 1965 paper, The Concept…

BySimone Francis19 May 20250Comments

21st Century Learning STEAM

TTS Exclusive Webinar: Communication and Language

With challenges faced by increasing screen time, the pandemic and other socio-economic factors, helping children thrive in their learning environments through Communication and Language has never been more important. As a valued partner, we invite you to join our exclusive webinar to discuss supporting students' Communication and Language from Early Childhood to age 12, and…

BySimone Francis14 May 20250Comments

Babies and Toddlers Communication and Language Early Years

5 strategies to develop and support early communication

In this blog Sal McKeown, shares five strategies used by nurseries and settings to develop and support early communication.. At the moment, our public services (e.g. speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and health visitors) are restricted in what they can offer or have prolonged waiting times due to demand. This is hard for nurseries…

BySimone Francis12 May 20250Comments

Communication and Language

Building Oracy into your Curriculum

When the children at The Valley Community School were asked what they would like to be when they grow older, they all had different answers – a hairdresser, a doctor, a builder and so forth. How can we support them with their future hopes and dreams? One of the ways is by building oracy into…

BySimone Francis5 May 20250Comments

Communication and Language

Oracy Skills – Giving everyone a voice

In this blog, Sal McKeown explores the different ways in which we can encourage oracy and give every child a voice. Everyone has a voice but not everyone is always heard. How can we make sure that every child gets the opportunities to develop, use and build oracy into their skill sets? In this blog,…

BySimone Francis14 April 20250Comments

Blog Communication and Language Early Years Inclusive SEN STEAM

Boosting Children’s Language and Communication Skills with Rechargeable Mini Mobile Phones

By Hayley Winter In today’s world, communication is more important than ever, and helping children develop strong language skills early on is key to their success both in school and in life. One innovative tool that can support this development is the rechargeable mini mobile phones set from TTS. These child-friendly devices are designed to…

BySimone Francis8 April 20250Comments

Blog STEAM

Enhancing Children’s Experiences with Glow and Go Bot

Ideas to help enhance learning opportunities with the TTS Glow and Go Bot using construction, reflective materials and creative crafts. If you have a TTS Glow and Go Bot in your setting, then you will know just how captivating it can be for the children. There’s something fascinating about the way it glows and moves,…

BySimone Francis31 March 20250Comments

Innovation New Product Launches

NEW 2025 Trade Catalogue

Our NEW 2025 Trade Catalogue is Online! In addition to the mini catalogues launched in January, and to support you as our valued partner, we are delighted to share with you our TTS 2025 Trade catalogue - The Learning Collection! Expand or refine your range offerings, or share the catalogue with your customers and help support…

BySimone Francis24 March 20250Comments

Blog Learning with Light

The importance of glow play for children by Hayley Winter

In recent years, glow play has become an increasingly popular way to engage children in meaningful and imaginative learning experiences. The vibrant and mesmerising glow of specially designed resources creates a sensory-rich environment that stimulates children’s curiosity and creativity. By incorporating glow play into early years settings, educators can provide children with unique opportunities…

BySimone Francis19 February 20250Comments

Blog

TTS 2025 Catalogues

Our TTS 2025 Catalogues are Online! To continue to support you as our valued partners, we are delighted to share with you our mini 2025 catalogues! Expand or refine your range, or share the catalogue with your customers and help support young learners in 2025 and beyond. We’ve carefully selected resources that bring everything from…

BySimone Francis19 February 20250Comments

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