Using retrieval practice grids encourages students in Key Stage Three to recall and retain previous learning. Teachers can use grids to set point-based challenges for students to test their recall at the beginning or end of a unit. Students can also create their own grids to demonstrate their understanding and retention of key skills and knowledge.

1. Sharing Teaching and Learning Ideas
Half Term Six Focus: Key Stage Three
Key Idea:
Using retrieval practice grids to encourage students in Key Stage Three to recall and retain
previous learning.
Ways you can do this in your classroom:
• Use the grid to set students a points based challenge to check/test them into recapping
their learning
• Use as a starter at the beginning of a new term / unit to recall previous learning prior to
moving on
• Use at the end of a unit of work to check their knowledge / understanding
• Get students to create their own grids
• Build grids around transferable skills you want them to
• retain