Six weeks of rest, relaxation and sunshine (or let's be honest, six weeks of just trying to switch off) and now here you are, it's September already and the inbox already overflowing. But trust us, this is the one worth opening.

While you were away, we weren't sitting still. We've packed this term's update with things that'll genuinely get you excited, a brand-new student App, fresh subject content across Art & Design, English Language and Religious Studies, plus a full refresh of our English Language resources.

Whether you're planning for independent learning, intervention, homework or revision, there's something in here for you. So grab a coffee, settle in, and let's make this term count.

Whether students are revising on the bus, between lessons, at home or in the library, they can now access the same GCSEPod content they use on the web, directly from their phone.

Included at no extra cost. The app is part of your school's existing subscription.

The quickest way to boost engagement this term is to get students downloading the app in your next lesson.

Share the poster below, display it in hallways and classrooms, and encourage students to log in with their existing details and start exploring a new way to learn independently.

Finding high-quality, curriculum-aligned Art & Design resources can be challenging. Our brand-new collection is designed to support teaching, independent learning and assessment, supporting AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel, WJEC and Eduqas.

Covering Fine Art, Graphic Communication, Textile Design, Three-Dimensional Design and Photography, the content helps students understand what success looks like, from mastering the four Assessment Objectives to developing creative, analytical and evaluative skills.

Whether you're introducing key concepts, setting meaningful homework, supporting coursework or helping students engage with the Assessment Objectives, these resources provide ready-to-use support that reduces planning time while building student independence.

Building directly on the Word Effect Practice assessments from May, this is the perfect next step for students ready to deepen how they write about language in the exam.

The Explode Out framework guides students through AQA English Language Papers 1 and 2 using a clear three-step process: select, explore, and connect, tackling the common mistakes that keep responses stuck in the lower mark bands and building the layered AO2 responses that unlock higher marks.

Teaching Peace & Conflict requires students to grapple with complex ethical issues, different belief systems and evaluative thinking. Our new unit is designed to make that easier.

Supporting AQA, Edexcel and OCR, this curriculum-aligned collection helps students build a secure understanding of key concepts while developing the analysis and evaluation skills needed for GCSE success.

Join us to discover the latest GCSEPod updates, including the new Student App, new content releases, and practical strategies for boosting engagement from day one.

Whether you're new to GCSEPod or need a refresher, this session will help you start the year strong.

Date & Time: Wednesday 23rd September 2026, 3.30pm - 4.00pm
​Duration: 30 minutes + Q&A
​Who should attend: Teachers, Heads of Departments, Senior Leaders and GCSEPod Champions.

Looking for high-quality English Language homework, intervention and revision resources without creating materials from scratch?

Our comprehensive collection gives teachers a bank of curriculum-aligned resources that can be used throughout the academic year, helping students build confidence in reading, writing, grammar and exam technique while reducing your planning workload.

Supporting all major exam boards, these ready-to-use resources make it easy to set meaningful work, identify knowledge gaps and provide additional challenge, all without creating resources from scratch.

Berkhamsted School's Science department has achieved impressive results with Access GCSEPod.

Led by Chemistry teacher Luke Hornsey, the team uses Pods, quizzes and assignments to support learning, revision and independent study.

The impact has been clear: teachers save time with ready-made resources, students are more engaged, and progress is easier to track, helping drive improved outcomes across the department.

Everything we've shared in this edition has been designed with one goal in mind: helping you save time while supporting better student outcomes.

With ready-to-use assignments, enhanced reporting, curriculum-aligned content, our new student app and hundreds of resources available at your fingertips, GCSEPod is ready to help you engage students, support independent learning and reduce workload from day one.