Evidence into Action

Evidence into Action is a podcast from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF). This podcast welcomes experts in the field of education – fantastic researchers with important things to say, alongside a wealth of brilliant teachers and school leaders. Our mission is straightforward: to tackle the most important educational topics and offer you plenty of evidence-based ideas to reflect on and, hopefully, be able to put into action.

Evidence into Action is a education podcast hosted by Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) hosts Evidence into Action, a education show with 35 episodes published.

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  Episode #37

  Maths: prioritising problem solving

  Jun 4, 202649 minS0

  <p >In this episode, Alex Quigley and Grace Coker explore problem solving in maths and why it is a priority.  </p> <p >They are joined by Professor Camilla Gilmore (Professor of Mathematical Cognition at Loughborough University and Curriculum Specialist at Maths Horizons), Dr Helen Drury, (Dean of Maths Education at Purposeful Ventures and Co-Lead at Maths Horizons), and practitioners Tom Pole (Director of Tudor Grange Research School and Associate Principal at Tudor Grange Academy) and Mike Williams  (Maths lead and Year 6 teacher at Alexandra Park primary school).</p> <p >Together, they draw on insights from research and the classroom to un...

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  Episode #36

  Exploring disadvantage in 16–19 settings

  May 10, 202640 minS0

  <p >In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Helen Urbanowicz explore socioeconomic disadvantage in 16-19 education.</p> <p >Joined by David Robinson (Education Policy Institute), Ruth Kendrick (Group Director of Teaching and Learning, New City College) and Emma Mills (Head of Teaching and Learning Development, Truro and Penwith College), they unpack what the evidence says about widening attainment and participation gaps, including the growing post-16 participation gap and what leaders can do in different contexts.</p> <p >The conversation focuses on practical actions that highlight high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and professional development, remove hidden costs and structural barriers, and prioritise belonging...

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  Episode #35

  Metacognition: Moving forward with new evidence

  Feb 26, 202635 minS0

  <p>In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Corinne Settle (EEF’s Teaching and Learning Specialist) discuss the implementation of metacognition strategies. Experts and practitioners from various phases and subject areas join us to unpack these approaches, exploring what they look like in practice and the impact they have on learners.</p> <p>Guest speakers:</p> Dr Beverley Jennings (EEF Programme Manager) Tom Colquhoun (Director of Somerset Research School and Assistant Headteacher at The Blue School, Wells) BlueSky: @somersetrs.bsky.social; Instagram: @somersetresearchschool; LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/somerset-research-school-134400386 Emily Smeaton (Director of North Yorkshire Coast Research School and Le...

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  Episode #34

  Effective professional development in 16-19 settings

  Dec 2, 202533 minS0

  <p>In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Katie Luxton (EEF’s Senior Programme Manager), dive into what effective professional development looks like in 16–19 settings. They're joined by Evidence Partnership colleagues to unpack the latest evidence, share practical tips on putting this into practice, and highlight what’s making a real difference in their setting.</p> <p>Guest Speakers:</p> Mandy Senior (Assistant Principal- Thomas Rotherham College, Trust improvement partner- Inspire Learning Trust) Sue Smith (Learning and Development Manager, East Lancashire Learning Group) <p>Further resources</p> EEF’s 16-19 hub with the latest news and links to key resources, and for...

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  Episode #33

  Sustaining your Pupil Premium strategy

  Oct 14, 202550 minS0

  <p>In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Kirsten Mould talk to EEF’s Senior Policy Manager, Natalie Ohene, about the findings of a research project investigating how schools in England allocate spending on their Pupil Premium statements. They then discuss approaches to sustaining your Pupil Premium strategy with school leaders. </p> <p>Guest Speakers:</p> Natalie Ohene (EEF Senior Policy Manager), LinkedIn  Lisa Wise (Headteacher of Wilbury Primary School and Executive Lead for School Improvement at Children First Academy Trust) @WilburyPrimary @ChildrenFirstAT Stuart Mayle (Headteacher of Brambles Primary Academy) LinkedIn Tees Valley Education LinkedIn <p>Further resources</p> Verian proj...

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