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Intervention

Targeted extra teaching or support, usually for a small group or individual, to help pupils catch up or overcome a difficulty.

Used in
All four UK nations (details may differ), United States
Topic
Teaching and learning

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Provision map All four UK nations (details may differ)
A school document showing the interventions and support provided for pupils, often with costs and impact.
Response to intervention (RTI) United States
A tiered approach in which all students get quality teaching (Tier 1), struggling students get targeted help (Tier 2) and those who still struggle get intensive help (Tier 3).

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