Deepening Learning through Sustained Shared Thinking

• Suitable for all early years practitioners wanting to strengthen high-quality interactions.

The quality of adult-child interactions has one of the biggest impacts on children's learning and development. Sustained Shared Thinking helps practitioners move beyond asking questions by encouraging meaningful conversations that build language, confidence, creativity and critical thinking. This course explores practical techniques you can use every day to create richer learning experiences.

• Understand what Sustained Shared Thinking (SST) is and why it is important
• Recognise how children's thinking develops through high-quality interactions
• Use practical questioning and communication strategies to extend learning
• Embed Sustained Shared Thinking naturally throughout everyday routines and play
• Reflect on your own practice and identify opportunities to improve interactions

1. 1Introduction to Sustained Shared Thinking
2. 2Child Development and Thinking Skills
3. 3Strategies for Effective Sustained Shared Thinking
4. 4Embedding SST into Everyday Practice
5. 5Reflection and Action Planning