Action Mats

Action Mats resources deliver a unique combination of learning through movement. 

Our learning activities, written by teachers, are delivered using the engaging graphics printed onto our activity mats. The printed graphics show children of any age and language ability, how to engage in the activities without the need for explanation. Lesson become child-centred and child-led.

The unique colourful graphics, printed onto each mat, are designed to draw children in through curiosity, and invite them to engage by copying the movements of the stickman character and the fun pictorial images and therefore be empowered to self-determine their work with the mats. 

The simplicity means that Action Mats sessions are the quickest lessons to embark upon as children simply pick up a mat, find a space and start doing what the graphics show them. Once warmed up, then the session leader can refer to our activity plans to decide the direction of the lesson. 

Each set comprises of multiple mats that are lightweight but nonslip so, can be easily moved around into the many different configurations devised by teachers, to ensure meaningful quality lessons are delivered.

Lessons focus on teamwork, problem-solving, peer support and cooperation.

Action Mats resources are perfect for EAL and SEND children.

Three core sets are available, Action Packed, Mini Mats and Mindful Mats. Action Packed and Mini Mats can be enhanced with booster packs to support literacy and numeracy. 

Our Action Maths intervention programme for KS1 & KS2, that is designed to be used with our Action Packed set, features 60 lessons to support the UK Maths curriculum. It is immersive active learning that delivers the maths curriculum in a way that reaches those that don’t learn well when sitting behind a desk and also those that perhaps love maths but don’t enjoy physical activities. 

Mini Maths is a series of learning activities to help Early Years with their confidence with numbers through subitising, ordering and values games. Mini Maths lessons also promote peer support and positive interaction with other pupils, promoting sharing and encouragement. Mini Maths give early years children secure numeracy knowledge and helps make them ready for onward learning.

Action Mats resources have depth and longevity, being flexible to suit freeform use or structured learning environments. The activity plans are teacher-written and easy to follow. Lessons are accessed online and can be shared with all staff to ensure the maximum is gained from meaningful movement.