Station Rotation Model

The Station Rotation Model enables teachers to design in-class blended learning experiences for their learners. The teacher organises learners into groups within the classroom, where at least one station is a technology-based learning experience. This model allows teachers to create smaller learning groups within the larger class and to design more personalised and differentiated learning experiences. It is particularly useful for schools with limited access to technology.

Each learner can rotate between online learning and other stations on a flexible or fixed schedule.


Learners rotate between learning stations such as:


  • teacher-led instruction station


  • digital learning station


  • offline activity station

Teachers may decide that learners are not always required to rotate to each station - and so learners may be free to select which method works best for them. This variation of the model is referred to as the ‘Individual Rotation Model’ (Christensen, Horn, and Staker 2013)

The Station Rotation Model Explained

The Station Rotation Model in Irish Primary Classrooms

The following PDST Good Practice videos highlight activities that could be used to engage in a Station Rotation Model in a primary school setting.

Digital Learning Activity Ideas for the Station Rotation Model

Pupils could:

Station Rotation in Practice - Case Study

Click on the button to the right to access a case study outlining how the Station Rotation Model can be effectively adopted to support and enhance teaching and learning.