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Paper Products Every Teacher Needs

There are hundreds and thousands of lists and blog posts which detail every single item a teacher could possibly need....

4 Fun Easter Crafting Ideas for Children

Easter is the time of year to get out the glue, coloured card, feathers, pom poms, ribbon, and paint. Whether...

The Furniture Fit Out Process

The prospect of a full-on fit-out for your classroom, staff room, or office is daunting. With so many needs to...

School Branding: How Exercise Books can Contribute to a Child’s Learning

The main point of an exercise book is to provide a record of a child’s learning and development. It can...

Planning for the New Financial Year

As the financial year ends in April for most schools, it’s time to start planning the budget for your next...

Has the Price of Copier Paper Gone Up?

Buyers of copier paper have been hit by the increase in the price of paper. People in the industry have...

Art Supplies for Schools: Why having Quality Paper Matters

Art is an important subject in schools all over the world. It provides children with the opportunity to be creative,...

Exercise Books for Schools: How to get the Best Value

Exercise books have been a staple part of learning for teachers and students alike for hundreds of years. They provide...

Innovative Ways to Use Leftover School Budgets

How budgets are allocated, when they need to be used by, and how much you get in budget varies from...

Paper Plus Education Predictions for 2022

As we say goodbye to 2021, we begin to look ahead to the New Year with some trepidation as we...

Paper Plus to Attend The Education People Show

The Education People Show, formerly known as the EduKent Expo & Conference, is taking place in Detling on Thursday 11th November 2021....

The Impact of the Pandemic on Student Mental Wellbeing

The pandemic has had a huge impact on our mental wellbeing across the nation. Mental ill-health doesn’t discriminate on age...

What Does the Spring Budget Reveal for Schools?

The Chancellor of the Exchequer took to the stand on Wednesday 3rd March to announce the new 2021 Budget to...

Take Control of Paper Costs in Your School

We know that schools use a lot of paper. According to Recycle Now[1], the average secondary school pupil produces 45kg...

Guest Blog: Are Paper Towels Better Than Hand Dryers?

Ever since the cleanliness of jet air dryers was brought to the media’s attention, there has been a long debate...

Canopies: Creating More Outdoor Space for Your School

As we settle into our third lockdown here in the UK, schools across the country are working hard to deliver...

Brexit Statement from Paper Plus

The UK exited the European Union at the end of January 2020. We were given an 11 month transition period...

Our Top 5 Christmas Craft Ideas for EYFS and Beyond

It’s just 5 weeks to go until Christmas. That’s right… not long until we can see the back of 2020...

Our Top 10 Tips When Buying Furniture for Your School

When your school or classroom furniture needs an upgrade, there’s a few things you may want to consider first. With...

9 Reasons Why…. Hand washing is still important!

“Happy Birthday to you… Happy Birthday to you…” no longer the tune of a merry celebration and now the...

Covid-19 – Protecting staff and children when returning to school

Recent government announcements reveal that a staggering return for key year groups across primary and secondary looks likely to...

9 Reasons Why… Home Schooling is easier than you think…

As the end of the Easter break approaches, with no signs of the social distancing measures being lifted, your...

9 Reasons Why… Buying Local is Great

We’ve all seen the sorry state of the British high street nowadays. As larger retailers and super stores take the...

9 Reasons Why… Your school should support Sport Relief

Sport Relief this year runs from 9th to 13th March (see what we did there…) and aside from being...

9 Reasons Why… You really deserve half term!

Ever been frustrated by non-teacher friends telling you how lucky you are to have ‘all those holidays’? We’re sure...

9 Reasons Why… Your photocopier keeps jamming

Misbehaving photocopiers are bad news for reprographics departments and for teachers. Check out our handy troubleshooting guide and tame...

9 Reasons Why… Your love for stationery is out of control…

Ever wondered if your love for stationery has gone to far? We have! Check out our latest blog post...

Sustainable Schools – how are you going green?

Our handy guide for small steps to zero waste, cuts through the noise and gives straightforward tips on small...

Is your school ready for National Walk to School Week

From May 21-25 the UK will embrace Walk to School Week. Established by Living Streets precisely 90 years ago, the...

Are you ready for the big Spring Clean?

In recent weeks we’ve seen a marvellous glimmer of longer days and warmer weather on the horizon as we look...