We have developed our own innovative approach to promoting ‘learning about learning’ (metacognition) by identifying nine ‘learning attributes©’.
Children learn about the nine learning attributes which will enable them be effective learners.
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- Copper Cat (Curiosity)
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- Persephone Penguin (Self-Regulation)
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- Lenny Lion (Independence)
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- Beatrice Bee (Effort)
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- Lazarus Lemur (Challenge)
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- Ellie Elephant (Collaboration)
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- Chester Cheetah (Focus)
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- Sally Spider (Perseverance)
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- Ollie Owl (Reflection)
Developed at Rathfern Primary School, this unique approach is proven to support children to develop the skills and confidence they need to become effective learners.
* The ‘Learning Attributes’ approach to metacognition, together with the Learning Attribute animal illustrations, are copyright protected by Rathfern Primary School, Lewisham.
