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๐ŸงฎCheck out the South West Maths Attainment Conference, an online event delivered in partnership with Maths Hubs, the NCETM, and the DfE @booleanmathshub.bsky.social

Please book here via Eventbrite.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-west...

18.11.2025 09:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ‚ We are looking forward to welcoming the final group of leaders and teachers today to St Michael's Primary School in Aldbourne, the stage is set for the second training dayโ€ฆ

๐ŸŒฑ An evidence-informed approach to improve communication and language in the early years @theeef.bsky.social

20.11.2025 09:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Turning research into real classroom change through our Evidence into Action partnerships.

These collaborations connect schools, Research Schools, and local leaders to apply evidence where itโ€™s needed most.

Explore the new partnerships

๐Ÿ‘‰tinyurl.com/yebm6mnj

19.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“ขThere is still time to register! Join us next Monday for this FREE online twilight session - An Introduction to the EEF's new Pupil Premium Guidance @theeef.bsky.social @devonresearchsch.bsky.social

โš™๏ธReserve your space here ๐Ÿ”ฝ
๐Ÿ”—https://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/event/leaders-briefing

18.11.2025 09:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿง  Metacognitive strategies
๐Ÿ’ฌ Promoting metacognitive talk
๐Ÿงฉ Scaffolding pupilsโ€™ metacognitive thinking
Find them on the guidance page!


Discover the refreshed guidance and start embedding evidence-based approaches in your classroom today:
๐Ÿ”— tinyurl.com/4db4cjna
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13.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Youโ€™ll find updated examples and tools, explainer boxes addressing common misconceptions, and practical strategies to help pupils plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning.

Alongside the guidance, weโ€™ve published three new classroom tools to support implementation:
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13.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿง  Today weโ€™ve launched our updated guidance on metacognition and self-regulated learning โ€” one of our most popular and practical resources.

Explore whatโ€™s new โฌ‡๏ธ

๐Ÿ”— tinyurl.com/4db4cjna
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13.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸงฎCheck out the South West Maths Attainment Conference, an online event delivered in partnership with Maths Hubs, the NCETM, and the DfE @booleanmathshub.bsky.social

Please book here via Eventbrite.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-west...

18.11.2025 09:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ‚We were delighted to see leaders & teachers today at
St Michael's Primary School, Aldbourne, Wiltshire, for session #2 of our Cracking Communication Partnership @theeef.bsky.social
๐ŸŒฑIt has been a brilliant opportunity to explore Communication & Language development through continuous provisionโ€‹.

11.11.2025 16:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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2025/26 Small Schools Evidence Network Meeting Autumn 2 Small School Evidence Network - SEND

๐ŸŒทJoin the Small School Evidence Network to explore evidence-informed SEND practice that works with limited capacity and mixed-age classes.

๐Ÿ“…11th November 4-5pm @theeef.bsky.social

โ–ถ๏ธhttps://researchschool.org.uk/northyorkscoast/event/2025-26-small-schools-evidence-network-autumn-meeting-2

03.11.2025 11:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ”ข Counters, cubes, and cuisenaire rods โ€” theyโ€™re everywhere in primary maths. But are we using them effectively?

Luke Rhodes shares how focused professional development helped teachers use manipulatives to reveal mathematical structures and boost pupilsโ€™ understanding.

๐Ÿ‘‰ tinyurl.com/y5xcbapj

10.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pupil Premium in practice: Using the EEF guide to supportโ€ฆ Using the EEF Guide to Support Disadvantaged Pupils

๐Ÿ“ฃ New blog alert!

Want to get the most from Pupil Premium? Check out this deep dive on our updated guide, from diagnosing needs to delivering changes that stick.

Read here:

07.11.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“–Take a moment to read our latest blog, out today! Part of a new series, The Power of Conversation with ... @dominichoudhury.bsky.social @theeef.bsky.social

โ–ถ๏ธhttps://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/news/the-power-of-a-conversation-with-domini-choudhury

04.11.2025 15:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Take a look at the professional development opportunities coming up this year...

๐Ÿ‚November 24 - An Introduction to @theeef.bsky.social new Pupil Premium Guide (online twilight)

โ„๏ธ December 08 - Using Evidence to Strengthen Your Early Years Leadership

๐Ÿ”—https://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/events

03.11.2025 12:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ‚Join us for an introduction to @theeef.bsky.social NEW Pupil Premium guide.

โš™๏ธFind out how to plan, implement & monitor an effective strategy

โ–ถ๏ธRegister here for the online twilight briefing - Monday 24 November

๐Ÿ”—https://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/event/leaders-briefing

03.11.2025 11:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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2025/26 Small Schools Evidence Network Meeting Autumn 2 Small School Evidence Network - SEND

๐ŸŒทJoin the Small School Evidence Network to explore evidence-informed SEND practice that works with limited capacity and mixed-age classes.

๐Ÿ“…11th November 4-5pm @theeef.bsky.social

โ–ถ๏ธhttps://researchschool.org.uk/northyorkscoast/event/2025-26-small-schools-evidence-network-autumn-meeting-2

03.11.2025 11:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Secondary schools in England โ€” we need your input! ๐Ÿ“Š

Take part in @nferclassroom.bsky.social's new study on how homework & support affect maths outcomes.

๐ŸŽ ยฃ200 prize draw for participants
๐Ÿ“š ยฃ20 book voucher for first 200 respondents

Take part ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://eef.li/u6ky6h

21.10.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Catch up on all the latest news, resources and events coming up this year, in our Autumn newletter - out now! @theeef.bsky.social

mailchi.mp/4125cd288339...

22.10.2025 09:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“šWe are delighted to see so many colleagues today for the first teacher's training session of the WIltshire Cracking Communication Partnership.

๐ŸŒฑAn evidence-informed approach to improve communication and language in the early years.

Find out more here ๐Ÿ”ฝ
researchschool.org.uk/somerset/eve...

17.10.2025 10:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“šIf you would like to know a bit more about our Wiltshire Cracking Communication Partnership @theeef.bsky.social Check out our wesbite for more information โ–ถ๏ธ

๐Ÿ”—https://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/events/partnerships

16.10.2025 13:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽง New episode of Evidence into Action out now!

Weโ€™re exploring the Pupil Premium with guests Natalie Ohene, our senior policy manager, Lisa Wise of Wilbury Primary and Stuart Mayle of Brambles Primary Academy.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Donโ€™t miss it: https://eef.li/aP9Gzd

14.10.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“ฃCalling primary school teachers!

We're looking for teachers to take part in a brand-new WhatWorked Education study to test the feasibility of a new research method โ€“ teacher-led micro RCTs. You'll test a spelling intervention and receive a tailored impact report.

๐Ÿ‘‰ tinyurl.com/mrrm27zs

14.10.2025 10:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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FE & sixth form colleges: are you looking to support GCSE resits?

Last few places for Get Furtherโ€™s Tuition Programmeโ€”small-group, weekly English & maths tuition for resit learners.

โœ”๏ธ Targeted support
โœ”๏ธ Confidence-building
โœ”๏ธ Reduced cost for participating colleges

tinyurl.com/5xw4ths9

15.10.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŒฑAfter a great day with Leaders from our Wiltshire Cracking Communication parternship last week, we are really looking forward to meeting the Teachers for the first training day tomorrow! @theeef.bsky.social

โ–ถ๏ธFind out more about the Partnership here:
researchschool.org.uk/somerset/eve...

16.10.2025 13:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are looking forward to welcoming Leaders tomorrow, to the first training session of our WIltshire Cracking Communication Partnership - Wave 2 @theeef.bsky.social

โ–ถ๏ธhttps://researchschool.org.uk/somerset/events/partnerships

07.10.2025 12:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Do you work in the early years?

We want to hear from YOU!

Take a quick 10-min survey on Early Years Pupil Premium funding to help shape future support.

๐Ÿ’ท ยฃ50 for an optional follow-up interview!

๐Ÿ”— Join here: www.iffresearch.com/...

06.10.2025 13:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Teaching and Learning Toolkit | EEF The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

Explore all the updates: ow.ly/Hwn150WkYrU

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07.10.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ” We've updated our Teaching and Learning Toolkit โ€” including new evidence on reading comprehension.

๐Ÿ“ˆ With 40 new studies, the Toolkit now shows that effective comprehension strategies can boost progress by up to 7 months.

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07.10.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pleased to join the team at @somersetrs.bsky.social of @theeef.bsky.social as a freelance Evidence Advocate:
researchschool.org.uk/somerset/mee...
Hoping to bring more regional #globalmajority voices to our work on #schoolimprovement #equity #inclusion #diversity #inclusivepractice & #schoolculture

30.09.2025 19:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿš€ New blog from @kirstenmould.bsky.social introduces our guidance on Effective Professional Development in 16โ€“19 settings.

See how the KEEP Framework + evidence-informed tools can help PD leads create lasting impact.

๐Ÿ‘‰ eef.li/KHdQjg

#FE #EEFCPD #ProfessionalDevelopment

24.09.2025 13:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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