Remote Learning Advice
Distance learning with Microsoft 365: Guidance for parents and guardians - Office Support
The guidance below is meant to introduce some of the many possibilities for students learning remotely using Microsoft 365. There is guidance on using TEAMS.
This link can be copied and pasted into a browser so you can bookmark it or you can click on the direct link on the right.
Office365 can be accessed using the Xbox or Playstation (without having to download apps):
For families sharing devices this is a useful option.
Steps:
- Access the internet browser on the console
- Search Office 365
- Log in with their school login - email address and usual password for access computers in school
- And you are in
A keyboard makes it easy to use, and these can be purchased very cheaply.
Help with Internet Access
The Government is providing additional help to parents to get Internet access. The link is on the right.
Please contact blendedlearning@kingstoneacademy.co.uk if you need any support with laptops or Internet access.
In addition below are free online resources:
The Oak National Academy
https://www.thenational.academy/
Twinkl
a month of free access to parents in the event of self-isolation or school closures (use promo ‘UKTWINKLHELPS’)
BBC Bitesize https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
Toy Theater
Educational online games
Big History Project
https://www.bighistoryproject.com/home
British Council
https://www.britishcouncil.org/school-resources/find
Resources for English language learning
Geography Games
https://world-geography-games.com/world.html
Geography gaming
Paw Print Badges
https://www.pawprintbadges.co.uk
Free challenge packs and other downloads. Indoor and outdoor.
iDEA Awards
Digital enterprise award scheme you can complete online
Blockly
Learn all about computer programming.
Scratch
https://scratch.mit.edu/explore/projects/games/
Learn all about computer programming.
Ted Ed
A range of engaging educational videos
Duolingo
Learn languages for free.
The Kids Should See This
https://thekidshouldseethis.com
Wide range of educational videos
National Geographic Kids
https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/
Mystery Science