Cueing can be a powerful way to help pupils focus, stay on track, and feel more confident in their learning. At its heart, cueing is simply using small, intentional prompts to guide attention, support memory, and encourage positive learning behaviours. When we use cues well, we make it easier for pupils to notice what matters, stay engaged, and access the strategies they need to succeed—especially those who may be easily distracted or who benefit from a little extra structure.
There are lots of ways to cue pupils, and each brings something different to the classroom experience:
- Visual cues — symbols, colour coding, gestures, or objects that signal what’s expected.Verbal cues — short phrases, reminders, or prompts that help pupils refocus or recall information.
- Non‑verbal cues — eye contact, proximity, or a simple hand signal that redirects attention without interrupting the flow of the lesson.
- Graphical cues — diagrams, icons, or visual organisers that help pupils make sense of information and remember it later.
This staff meeting starter gives everyone a chance to explore these different types of cues together—thinking about where they fit naturally into lessons, which pupils might benefit most, and how we can make cues clear, accessible, and inclusive for all. It’s an opportunity to share practical ideas, reflect on what already works well, and pick up new strategies to bring into the classroom.
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