Adaptive Teaching in Primary Schools

Adaptive teachingisn’tabout creating more work-it’sabout teachingmore effectivelyso every child can succeed.Packed with ready-to-use strategies, checklists, case studies and reflection tools, this bite-sized guide focuses on what really works: from understanding learner variability and reducing cognitive load, to designing accessible lessons, working effectively with supportstaffand knowing whenadditionalintervention is needed. Each chapter includes practical prompts and “try it tomorrow” ideas that can be implementedimmediately.Readers willfind:Clear, practical guidance on what adaptive teaching is-and how it differs from differentiationClassroom-ready strategies to support diverse learners without creating multiple lesson plansChecklists, casestudiesand self-reflection tools to support confident decision-makingPractical advice on working with LSAs, families and specialistsSimple action-planning tools to help turn insight into sustained practice