Our thinking
Switch on to rail safety
Hopscotch is super excited to announce the launch of ‘Switched On’ a new, free educational rail safety programme for children. Working closely with Network Rail, in partnership with the rail industry, the Switched On rail safety programme is closely aligned to key stage levels – for age groups 3 -6, 7-11 and 12 -16 – and teaches children about the dangers present around the railway, encouraging them to be aware of risky behaviour and develop hazard-spotting skills.
Perspectives on inclusive content creation: Equal access for Welsh language speakers
We’re always challenging ourselves to think about what more we could do to make sure we engage a range of learners. So, we’ve spoken to a range of experts to find out more about how they create inclusive and accessible content. First up we find out from Teresa, an education consultant in Wales, why giving fair access to Welsh language speakers should be a priority for all UK wide education programmes.
The future of climate change education following COP26
James Rufus, our Account Executive, discusses COP26 and provides insight into why we need to prioritise climate change education.
Supporting Bookmark and getting every child reading
Having the opportunity to volunteer, and give our time and energy to a cause in need, is so important. But with most of us living busy lives it can seem impossible to fit anything else into an already jam-packed schedule. However, what Eloise has learnt through Hopscotch’s work with reading charity Bookmark is that it really doesn’t have to take up too much time at all.