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Consumables list

The list of suggested consumables is provided in chart format, which includes sourcing and cost information, plus suggestions for use and any relevant notes. The chart is divided into pages alphabetically, according to the number of entries within each letter group.

To go to the desired letter group, click on the link in the list below.



Downloadable version (MS Excel)

By downloading the following Microsoft Excel version of the ‘Consumables’ list onto their school computer, teachers can adapt these charts to suit their school’s particular needs. Extra columns can be added to record such information as:

  • stock levels of existing equipment and materials
  • priority for obtaining new equipment and materials
  • dates, prices, and sources of purchases.

Such records provide the information needed for regular stocktaking and for planning new purchases or collection campaigns.


To download the Excel version of this list, click on the following link:

Easy-to-print version (MS Word)

If your school does not have access to the Microsoft Word software, the Consumables list may be downloaded and printed in Word format, and then annotated by hand as required.


To download and print the Word version of this list, click on the following link:



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