Retrieval Practice

What is retrieval?

Learning is when an alteration in the long term memory has taken place.

At Thatto Heath Community Primary School retrieval practice is a key teaching and learning strategy which is used across the curriculum.

Retrieval Practice

A Selection of strategies we use

  • Flashback 4 used in Mathematics
  • Knowledge Organisers
  • Exit tickets
  • Multiple choice and short answer questions
  • Cued and free recall
  • Last lesson, Last week, Last term, Last year
  • Retrieval Practice Pyramid
  • Individual Spotlight
  • Retrieval Practice: Think and Link

Retrieval Practice: A guide for parents, carers & families

Retrieval Documents