Retrieval principles into practice

In this ’Voices from the Classroom’ video, Nikki Sullivan, Deputy Headteacher at Beckfoot School, explains how they implement cognitive science practices like retrieval practice in their school.
She describes the importance of exploring evidence thoroughly and how they utilise teaching and learning teams to help build solid understanding, then clarify core components and practices ahead of planning wider professional development.
Nikki also outlines the ways that they have planned opportunities for sharing best practice among their staff, allowing colleagues to explore how practices can be adapted intelligently to suit the requirements of different subjects while supporting students to build and consolidate their knowledge.