The New Forest Small School

Human and Social Education

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Self-awareness and mental wellbeing

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• I know what I like doing, what interests me, and what excites me

• I know my strengths

• I know what I need to work on, set myself realistic goals, and achieve them

• I realise when my strategies are not working, and find a new approach if a plan fails

• I can listen to feedback with a growth mindset, and use it to make my work better

• I notice how my actions affect others, and can change my behaviour when I need to

• I notice my own feelings and where they come from

• I can think through situations that make me anxious

• I can use positive self-talk statements when I’m scared or worried

• I can manage my feelings by focusing on my goal(s)

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Confidence

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• I am confident in coming into the classroom and handling day-to-day tasks

• I am confident in contributing to group learning activities

• I am confident in using materials and equipment safely and effectively

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Social skills

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• I recognise when other people’s beliefs, interests and experiences are different from mine

• I respect people for who they are

• I understand how other people may be feeling, based on their words, facial expressions, tone of voice and body language

• I listen to others and understand what they are saying

• I can understand and follow sensible instructions or guidance 

• I discuss ideas with others and take their opinions on board

• I know the importance of taking turns, and am able to do it 

• I know the importance of sharing with others, and am able to do it 

• I am aware of other people’s needs and can help others if appropriate

• I can communicate clearly and work as part of a team

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Motivation and free thinking

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• I can identify the steps needed to solve a problem or complete a task

• I can prioritise tasks in order of importance

• I’m passionate about learning, and get started on tasks independently

• I can keep track of information and things

• I can complete a sequence of activities or keep to a plan when appropriate

• I can motivate myself and others to try again when things don’t go as I hoped

• I can contribute my own suggestions in classroom discussions

• I can ‘think outside the box’ and allow new ideas to develop and flourish

• I can argue a case in a debate

• I can evaluate different source materials and reflect on my own opinions

 

Physical skills

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• I can play team games, e.g. rounders and football

• I can complete dance, drama and movement exercises

• I can attain and hold simple yoga positions

• I can complete cardio workout routines

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Academic skills

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Linguistic skills

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• I can read and understand relevant texts and questions

• I can link data and explanations where necessary

• I can organise my thoughts and structure my work

• I can explain my ideas clearly, both orally and in writing

• I can understand and use the right vocabulary for each subject

• I recognise when words have a ‘scientific’ meaning as well as an everyday meaning

• I can learn new words by relating them to what I already know

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Mathematical and scientific thinking

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• I can analyse data in depth by creating and interpreting graphs, tables, bar charts, diagrams, etc., calculating averages and percentages, and looking for patterns

• I can ‘translate’ between written language and mathematical symbols

• I can create, rearrange and solve equations

• I can make accurate measurements and understand them as numbers and units

• I can use logic to solve problems and work things out

• I can evaluate evidence, arguments and conclusions

• I can recognise where I need to rethink my own beliefs and assumptions

• I can remember important equations, symbols, etc.

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Artistic and creative thinking 

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• I can link things together and see the bigger picture

• I can use knowledge from different subjects and see the connections between them

• I can find hidden meanings and understand things at deeper levels

• I can use memory techniques (e.g. acronyms, acrostic, storyline method, song lyrics, mind-maps, visualisation) to help me memorise information

• I can appreciate and create visual art and performance arts

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Sustainability skills

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• I respect and celebrate the differences between people 

• I speak out against prejudice and discrimination

• I get involved in helping to build democracy

• I can resolve conflicts without using violence

• I take action to reduce my ecological footprint

• I respect the Earth and life in all its diversity