Pupils are taught that by embracing these qualities they can improve every aspect of their lives, not just their academic performance. They learn that they have the ability to control these important qualities and get better at them! We embed the philosophy in all our teaching and learning and ensure that the language of Leweston Learner sits at the heart of every lesson.
Pupils are encouraged to reflect on their work after every lesson, and to consider the extent to which they employed the Learner characteristics. Learning observations and reports focus on the development of these skills, seeking to increase evidence of them in the classrooms. We have specific Leweston Learner postcards to send home when we see the children displaying particular progress in each of the characteristics.
In Years 7 and 8 pupils work towards the Leweston Learner Diploma which enables the children to track their development in each skill area. Starting in the Prep School, but equally available to those who join in Year 7, pupils collect evidence to show how they have progressed and at the end of Year 8, their final portfolio is then submitted to the Deputy Head, with each pupil awarded their diploma at Bronze, Silver or Gold standard, dependent upon the quality of work and progress shown.
