Valuing the individual
Assembly
One very visible example of our policy is to be found at the whole school assembly on Thursdays, which is taken by the Headteacher. At this assembly, certificates are given out to children for a very wide range of achievements. It can be for success gained outside of school or within. Certificates can range from our own Global Citizenship Awards to awards for accomplishments in Skiing, Rugby, Football, Art and Design or Music. The list is endless. |
Classroom
At the classroom level, stickers and stamps are used sparingly, since children can get hooked on them. It is much more important, when motivating children to work harder or better, to focus on achievable targets for improvement, rather than by giving empty praise. By consulting the section in this website on formative assessment, you will get a better idea of how feedback to children can keep them motivated, without the over-reliance on external rewards. |
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Congratulations!
Throughout the Junior School children have their efforts in all areas recognised by the means of congratulatory notes that go home to parents and certificates that are handed out by the Head of Department in weekly assemblies. Children may receive these for good work, for showing a caring attitude, for being helpful and for general good behaviour. |
Responsibilities
The awarding of notes and certificates of recognition is one important element, but in addition extra responsibilities may be given to some children, for leading school initiatives, such as road safety, the Eco-schools project, and so on. |
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Prefects
Also a prefect system is now in place – open to all who wish to apply for the role – to enable P6 children to demonstrate leadership in many areas of school life and to model for the younger boys and girls an exemplary attitude. |
Self-motivation
Such wider roles within the school open up to the children as they grow and we hope that they will develop a healthy, self-motivated attitude towards achieving their potential. |
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