Which are the important characteristics we are trying to promote at St.Richard’s?
Characteristic |
Definition |
EYFS |
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Resilience |
Is persistent and doesn't give up when faced with tricky things. Tries different approaches to find what works. |
Keeps on trying and doesn’t give up at the first difficulty |
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Independence |
Can work well alone, focusing on the task and ignoring disruptions. Is self-confident and can make their own decisions. |
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Co-operation |
Works well in a team or with a partner, sharing ideas and compromising where needed. They are supportive of others and are a good listener. |
Able to negotiate with peers, recognise a nd adapt behaviour to different situations; able to take turns; accept needs of others |
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Creativity |
Is imaginative and comes up with original ideas. They are adaptable and will think of alternative suggestions to problems. |
Thinks of his/her own ideas and different ways of doing them; uses imagination in play |
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Curiosity |
Asks lots of questions and is keen to find out the answer to problems. Enjoys discovering and exploring new things. |
Shows curiosity about the world around them-has particular interests |
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Making Links |
Makes links between ideas and spots similarities and relationships. Can apply their learning to different settings. |
Makes links and connections in experiences; develops ideas of grouping, sequences, patterns |
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Changing and Learning |
Enjoys a challenge and has a belief that they can learn and improve with effort. Is open minded and flexible. |
Shows satisfaction when he/she has accomplished something that he/she has set out to do |
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Strategic Thinking |
Makes plans and follows them, thinking carefully about the next steps. Is organised, prepared and analytical. |
Reviews activities as he/she does them; changes approach as required |
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