What can we learn from the gaps in the evidence? Our latest blog looks at the messiness of education research – and why what we don’t know matters too. Mind the Evidence Gap: researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

September is full of new things. But what about what’s already in place? Our latest blog shares some simple activities for school leaders to revisit existing practice and give implementation a reset for the new school year. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

What needs to be in place before you launch a whole-school reading initiative? The latest blog in our Building a Reading Culture series explores the Prepare stage of implementation, with practical ideas for building readiness across your school. Read more: researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

The impact of feedback is mediated by a number of factors. In our latest blog in the 'building a feedback culture' series, we look at trust. Trust in the intention, the message and the process. Link below.

New Clips from the Classroom: Creating a positive feedback culture Our latest addition to the Research Schools Network Clips from the Classroom showcases Dixons Trinity Chapeltown where there is such a brilliant feedback culture. researchschool.org.uk/clips-…

If we want pupils to act on feedback, we need to build their self-efficacy. Bandura identified two powerful sources: Mastery experiences - succeeding ourselves Vicarious experiences - seeing people like us succeed 🔗 ⬇️

We've published the first blog in our series on feedback. One question that prompted it was this: if feedback is so important, why do pupils sometimes ignore it? The article explores motivation, self-determination theory, and the idea of 'proactive recipience'. 🔗 below

NEW: Finding the Signal in the Setting Debate A closer look at the new EEF study on setting in maths - and what it tells us about interpreting educational evidence. Read the blog researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

Reading is one of the strongest levers we have for tackling disadvantage. In this blog, Louise Gregson explains how Dixons Croxteth began their reading culture journey by clarifying the why behind the work. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

Improving Education Outcomes for Romani, Irish Traveller and Roma Children Join this DfE funded conference in Leeds on March 24 to share ideas, learn from community members and school staff, and take away resources to support effective implementation. eventbrite.co.uk/e/improving…

What actually helps schools recruit and retain teachers? Our blog summares evidence on: • Teacher workload • Flexible working • Leadership, culture & climate • Financial incentives & benefits researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

Recruiting and Retaining Teachers: Four Evidence-Informed Priorities for School Leaders In the first of a new series, we summarise key messages for leaders from the EEF's Recruiting, Retaining, and Supporting Teachers evidence summary. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

NEW: Making the most of one-off professional development sessions When professional development is one-off, what impact is realistically possible? @markmillerteach explores the limitations and possibilities. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

The What and Why of Routines in School Culture Much of what occurs in successful school cultures and classrooms is invisible. James Dyke explores the importance of being conscious about our routines: researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

NEW: How to Develop Self-talk in the Classroom Moving pupils along the continuum from modelling to independence. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

NEW: How to Develop Self-talk in the Classroom Creating a culture of teacher and pupil self-talk to develop metacognition and self-regulation. researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

Working Memory: Research into Practice Download our free guide: researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…

1/6 - The @EducEndowFoundn has released updated guidance on metacognition & self-regulated learning - one of its most widely used evidence resources. Explore the update here: educationendowmentfoundation…

NEW: Disciplinary literacy - what's in it for me? Is disciplinary literacy just the latest fad, pushed on teachers as part of the endless churn of literacy initiatives? We think not: researchschool.org.uk/bradfo…