These prompts support effective decision-making around interventions for pupils with SEND. They are designed to foster thoughtful planning, collaborative review, and impactful implementation:
- Use small group and one-to-one interventions with careLess is more. Prioritise key outcomes and be clear about the intended impact. Avoid overloading pupils by focusing on what will make the greatest difference.
- Select high-quality, structured interventionsChoose interventions with a strong evidence base and clear structure. Refer to examples in our database to support informed selection.
- Adjust the intensity of support thoughtfullyTailor delivery to pupil needs. This might include:
- Slowing down to check understanding
- Providing opportunities for independent practice
- Supporting overlearning of key skills
- Adding scaffolds or prompts where needed.
- Target the intervention closely to the identified needEnsure the intervention addresses the specific barrier. For example, a reading intervention will be more effective if it targets the precise area of difficulty such as phonics, comprehension, or fluency.
- Implement well and sustain gainsEffective implementation is key. Ensure:
- Practitioners are well-trained and confident.
- Pupil voice, family input, and teacher collaboration are valued.
- Gains are celebrated and embedded back into classroom practice.
Adapted from the Selecting interventions | EEF