Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all UK deliveries are sent by a trackable courier and are usually delivered within 2-3 working days of the order being received.

If you are not totally satisfied with your purchase, you may return it to us for an exchange or refund. From receiving the product, you have  30 days within which to return the items.

The cost of the goods will be refunded so long as the goods, packaging and labels are not damaged. The return postage will not be refunded.

Delivery to the UK is free on orders over £20.00, while orders under £20.00 attract a flat £3.95 delivery charge. Delivery throughout the rest of the world is charged at a variable rate, which is calculated in the checkout section of the website. 

UK deliveries are sent by a trackable courier and are usually delivered within 2-3 working days of the order being received.

Yes, to open an account, please register on our website. You will be able to view your order history and manage your account details. We do not provide any credit facilities to account customers. 

The Class set price provides the biggest discount on books and is available for orders of 10 or more copies of the same title. This is available to teachers, tutors and home educators.

As educators, tutors can benefit from the same discounted prices as teachers and schools. These prices are clearly marked on the website and in the catalogue and fall into two categories:

• Class set price – when ordering 10 or more copies of the same title (excludes teacher's books, answer books and posters)
• Teacher's price – when ordering fewer than 10 copies of the same title

Our books are written by experienced teachers and education specialists who understand how children learn. Every resource is carefully designed to build genuine understanding through structured, progressive practice that meets the needs of all learners.

We prioritise printed resources because research shows they're most effective for developing foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The physical act of working through activities on paper: interpreting instructions, completing tasks independently, and writing by hand, engages multiple cognitive processes that support deeper learning and retention.

Our approach combines proven teaching methods with engaging content that keeps children motivated. Rather than offering quick fixes or flashy gimmicks, we focus on what works: systematic progression, clear explanations, and high-quality practice that builds confidence and mastery over time.

There is no VAT charged on school books in the UK. 

Some of our books are available in digital formats, but we believe printed resources offer the most effective foundation for young learners. Research consistently shows that handwriting supports learning better than typing. The physical act of writing by hand engages motor skills, visual processing and memory simultaneously, helping children retain and recall information more effectively. This multi-sensory approach has been shown to improve letter recognition in early readers and deepen conceptual understanding across all age groups.

Mental Arithmetic is a highly differentiated series of graded workbooks proven to raise children's attainment in maths. Based on ability rather than age, each book practises the four basic number operations, challenging children to do more complex problems involving logical thinking and to apply knowledge introduced previously.

Each book has a general age guideline, but you can also choose the appropriate book by using our free Entry Tests. These short assessments help you identify your child's current skill level and find the right starting point in the series, ensuring they're neither overwhelmed nor under-challenged. Simply download the tests, work through them with your child, and use the results to select the book that will provide the most effective practice.

The majority of Schofield & Sims books are aligned to the National Curriculum. For further information and advice on specific series, please contact us directly. 

Our books are written by experienced teachers and education specialists who understand how children learn. Every resource is carefully designed to build genuine understanding through structured, progressive practice that meets the needs of all learners.

We prioritise printed resources because research shows they're most effective for developing foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The physical act of working through activities on paper: interpreting instructions, completing tasks independently, and writing by hand, engages multiple cognitive processes that support deeper learning and retention.

Our approach combines proven teaching methods with engaging content that keeps children motivated. Rather than offering quick fixes or flashy gimmicks, we focus on what works: systematic progression, clear explanations, and high-quality practice that builds confidence and mastery over time.

Yes. Schools can request free, non-returnable sample books for evaluation. If you're based overseas, we can provide digital versions of sample materials instead. Please contact us to arrange samples. Please contact post@schofieldandsims.co.uk to request a sample.

There is no VAT charged on school books in the UK. 

Schofield & Sims demonstrates its ongoing support to schools by supplying them with resources at reduced prices. These prices are clearly marked on the website and in the catalogue and fall into two categories:

• Class set price – for teachers ordering 10 or more copies of the same title (excludes Teacher’s Handbooks, Answer Books and Posters).
• Teacher's price – for teachers ordering fewer than 10 copies of the same title. 

Some of our books are available in digital formats, but we believe printed resources offer the most effective foundation for young learners. Research consistently shows that handwriting supports learning better than typing. The physical act of writing by hand engages motor skills, visual processing and memory simultaneously, helping children retain and recall information more effectively. This multi-sensory approach has been shown to improve letter recognition in early readers and deepen conceptual understanding across all age groups.

Schools have the option of shopping as guests or with an account. Paying by invoice or credit/debit card is an option for both methods in the checkout.

Our books help schools develop children's literacy and numeracy skills through structured, high-quality practice. While children benefit from a wide range of learning resources – including digital tools, games and media – books play a vital role in developing independent learning. When children work through carefully designed activities, interpreting instructions and completing tasks independently, they build essential skills in focus, comprehension and self-directed learning.

Our school programmes include comprehensive teacher guides and lesson plans to support confident, effective teaching. Written by experienced teachers, our resources are carefully designed to support every child's individual learning needs.

Programmes such as My Letters and Sounds offer training as part of the adoption process.

Schofield & Sims books support children from early years to Year 6. We believe in the value of printed resources, particularly for young learners who are building foundational skills in literacy and numeracy.

The majority of Schofield & Sims books are aligned to the National Curriculum. For further information and advice on specific series, please contact us directly. 

The majority of Schofield & Sims books are aligned to the National Curriculum and provide excellent guidance and practice for children. For further information and specific series details, please contact us directly.

Home educators and parents helping their children at home can benefit from the same discounted prices as teachers, including the Class set price for orders of 10 or more copies of the same title.

We offer a variety of free resources to support educators in our Free downloads section.

Schofield & Sims books support children from early years to Year 6. We believe in the value of printed resources, particularly for young learners who are building foundational skills in literacy and numeracy.

Mental Arithmetic is a highly differentiated series of graded workbooks proven to raise children's attainment in maths. Based on ability rather than age, each book practises the four basic number operations, challenging children to do more complex problems involving logical thinking and to apply knowledge introduced previously.

Each book has a general age guideline, but you can also choose the appropriate book by using our free Entry Tests. These short assessments help you identify your child's current skill level and find the right starting point in the series, ensuring they're neither overwhelmed nor under-challenged. Simply download the tests, work through them with your child, and use the results to select the book that will provide the most effective practice.

The majority of our books have answers either online via our website or inside the books. All online answers can be found in our Free Downloads page or on the product pages for the individual books. 

Our SATs resources provide everything you need to help your child prepare with confidence. Closely aligned to the National Curriculum and SATs test frameworks, the books offer realistic practice that mirrors the format and content of real tests.

Clear layouts, helpful explanations and progressive difficulty levels help children identify areas to improve while building confidence step by step. Covering all key areas of English, maths and science for Key Stages 1 and 2, each book includes answers and marking schemes, making it easy for you to support your child's learning at home.

We have a wide range of resources to support you in your 11+ journey, including Study Books, Rapid Tests, Progress Papers and Practice Test Papers.

As part of our 11+ resources, we provide a free and easy-to-use Entry Test and Assessment Quiz. If you would like further advice regarding our 11+ resources and the exam, please contact us directly.

We have a number of bundles available to help customers navigate our range and select books, covering homework, SATs, 11+ and more. Visit our bundles page for a full list.

The majority of Schofield & Sims books are aligned to the National Curriculum. For further information and advice on specific series, please contact us directly.