At Newtown C of E Controlled Primary School, we believe that successful learning is about much more than acquiring knowledge and skills. It is also about developing the attitudes, habits, and personal qualities that enable children to become confident, motivated, and lifelong learners. To support this, we have identified a set of key Learning Behaviours that underpin our curriculum and guide children in becoming effective learners both in school and beyond.

Our Learning Behaviours are:

• Resilience
• Focus
• Independence
• Self-Regulation
• Respect
• Boundaries

These behaviours are explicitly taught, modelled, celebrated, and reinforced throughout school life. They help children develop the confidence to take risks in their learning, persevere when faced with challenges, and reflect on how they can continually improve.

Resilience encourages children to persevere when learning becomes difficult. Pupils learn that mistakes are a valuable part of the learning process and that success often comes through determination, practice, and a positive attitude. We support children to develop a growth mindset, helping them to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles with confidence.

Focus enables children to engage fully with their learning. Through developing concentration, active listening, and sustained attention, pupils learn how to manage distractions and remain committed to achieving their goals. These skills support children in becoming thoughtful and reflective learners who take pride in their work.

Independence empowers children to take ownership of their learning. We encourage pupils to think for themselves, make informed choices, solve problems, and take responsibility for their actions. By developing independence, children gain confidence in their own abilities and become increasingly self-motivated learners.

Self-Regulation helps children to understand and manage their emotions, behaviour, and responses to different situations. Pupils are taught strategies to help them remain calm, make positive choices, and reflect on their actions. Developing self-regulation supports emotional wellbeing and enables children to build positive relationships with others.

Respect is at the heart of our school community. We encourage children to value themselves, others, and the world around them. Pupils learn the importance of kindness, empathy, honesty, and consideration, helping to create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to thrive.

Boundaries provide children with a clear understanding of expectations, responsibilities, and appropriate behaviour. By recognising the importance of rules and routines, pupils develop self-discipline and an understanding of how their actions affect others. This helps to create a safe, supportive, and purposeful learning environment for all.