Our Learning Behaviours

Our Learning Behaviours

Our learning behaviours help children become successful learners both inside and outside the classroom.

Perserverance
  • Keep trying, even when things are hard.
  • Try different ways to solve a problem if the first way doesn’t work.
  • Understand mistakes help me to learn.
  • Bounce back and keep going after something goes wrong.
  • Stay positive and look for ways to solve problems or difficulties.
  • Take on challenges. 
  • Small steps make big progress. 
inquisitive
  • Ask questions to learn new things.
  • Explore and try new ideas. 
  • Be curious about how things work and why. 
  • Keep your mind open and look for answers.
  • Respect other people’s opinions and ideas.
  • Think carefully about what others say before agreeing or disagreeing.

 

independent
  • Try to use strategies to solve problems before asking for help.
  • Approach challenging tasks with focus and perseverance.
  • Get my equipment ready for lessons without being reminded e.g. pencils, books, P.E kit etc.
  • Remember to consistently bring in your reading book, homework book, library book and P.E kits.
  • Completing homework activities on time.
  • Mastering practical skills like tying shoelaces, zipping up coats etc.
  • Showing initiative by moving on to a challenge or acting on feedback without needing prompts.
teamwork
  • Take turns when sharing ideas or resources.
  • Listen respectfully to others’ ideas and opinions.
  • Work together with a partner or small group to complete a task.
  • Take on different roles in a team, such as leader, recorder or helper.
  • Negotiate and compromise when disagreements arise.
  • Help and support my classmates when they need it.
  • Solve problems collaboratively and adapt my approach when needed.
  • Give and receive constructive feedback to improve group work.
  • Be kind and understand how others feel.
Focus
  • Listen carefully and follow instructions.
  • Concentrate on my work for an appropriate amount of time.
  • Stay on task, even when work is tricky or challenging.
  • Follow steps and complete the activities I start.
  • Notice when I am distracted and try to refocus.
  • Plan and manage my time to complete tasks (more KS2 focus).
  • Reflect on my focus and adjust my approach if needed (more KS2 focus).
  • Set goals to improve my concentration and perseverance (more KS2 focus).
Communicator
  • Share your ideas, thoughts, and feelings with others.
  • Listen carefully and respond politely to others.
  • Speak clearly so that others understand you.
  • Ask questions when you don’t understand and give answers to help others.
  • Telling the truth in difficult situations.
  • Being able to share your achievements/hobbies/work.
  • Telling a member of staff if you see something unkind happening.