Thinking Matters (Whole School Metacognition)

We were back again @BallynahinchPS to delve deeper into metacognitive tools to support reading development. Fantastic participation in activities and depth of thinking as we modelled use of some #VisibleThinkingRoutines, #ThinkingFrames, #socraticquestioning

A focused day at Ballinderry Primary School! Together with the school's Drive Team we turned Science of Learning theory into a practical roadmap for pupils. From defining meta-learning to planning for the future, this team is ready to lead the way! #metalearning #thinkingschools

Incredible creativity at Killicomaine JHS! From escape rooms, marble runs to a surprise staff play, their 'off-timetable' launch of #HabitsOfMind was next level. Our local consultant was so impressed we’ve recorded the Drive Team session to share with #ThinkingSchools Stay tuned.

We create bespoke training programmes to integrate metacognitive approaches with other school priorities!We are taking this approach with @BallynahinchPS -exploring the use of metacognitive strategies to support children's reading development. #thinkingmatters #bespoketraining

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Rowandale IPS, Moira, County Down is 'moving' on in embedding metacognitive approaches further. We were delighted to recently introduce the whole staff to the Thinking Moves A-Z in their beautiful new staff room #thinkingmoves #thinkingmatters #thinkingschools #metacognition

Ready to transform how your students learn? Join us for a FREE Education Insights event on Metacognition! Featuring Alisdair Wade + a stellar lineup of experts. Bloomsbury Ballroom, London 📅 Thursday, Feb 12 (After school) Seats are filling fast! educationinsightsevents.com/london-12-02-2…

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Live & Hybrid Courses for 2026! Are you ready to empower your students to ‘learn how to learn’? We are thrilled to announce our 2026 lineup of Metacognitive training for Primary and Secondary teachers looking to transform their classroom practice. r1.ddlnk.net/75QJ-2XO70-32/

Check out ‘Diminishing Cues’ Retrieval Practice (DCRP) from Scientists in the Making – a sort of scaffolded retrieval technique that is worth looking at when you are concerned about overloading working memory capacity. thinkingmatters.com/news/diminshin… #thinkingschools #retrievalpractice

We know retrieval practice works, but are we using it wrong? Carl Hendrick flags "lethal mutations" in how we apply it. It’s perfect for discrete facts, but research shows it struggles with: brand-new concepts & highly complex analysis. Stop the mutation thinkingmatters.com/news/retrieval…

Congrats for Danescourt Primary! Their new Estyn report 'spotlights' their success on 'creating a culture of reflection and challenge' ... helping students become deeper thinkers, independent learners and make great progress. Well done to all! #ThinkingSchools #CardiffSchools

Celebrating Success: A look back at the amazing achievements of our schools this year and Future Focused: A sneak peek at the opportunities coming your way in 2026! Despite the challenges of the past year, our schools have continued to shine. r1.ddlnk.net/75QJ-2VIPS-32/…

We offer flexibility to work with smaller drive teams and large staff teams to support schools in embedding metacognition whole school. One of our recent large staff sessions was introducing the Thinking School approach with the lovely team @SJBCt Contact us!

Huge Congratulations to @BartonCourtGS who reaccreditated as an Advanced Thinking School with Exeter Uni! Report highlights: - An inspirational centre of metacognitive educational excellence. - World-class and leading in pedagogic excellence. Learn more thinkingmatters.com/contact-us

FREE Metacognition Event! 🧠 Empower learners to 'think about their own thinking.' Join Alisdair Wade & expert gurus after school, Thu Feb 12th, Bloomsbury, London. First come, first served! Register: educationinsightsevents.com/london-12-02-2… #Metacognition #Education #FreeEvent #TeacherTraining

Did you know that we can 'bespoke' our training to connect with other school improvement priorities? Richmond Primary School - Ballygawley recently completed an introduction to using metacognitive visual tools with a focus Spelling development. thinkingmatters.com/professional-d…

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A huge welcome to Ballycarry Primary School on the County Antrim coast! 👋 The staff gave us the warmest welcome for their introduction to the Thinking School approach. Thrilled to have them join the #ThinkingSchoolsNetwork! Looking forward to this journey. #metacognition

"More Thinking Aloud, Allowed!" Great to catch up with the Drive Team at St John's CE Primary, Birmingham and focus on introducing a whole school framework, based on the metacognitive process, for their 'Think Alouds'. Contact thinkingmatters.com if you'd like to know more...