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Learning with Confidence

Why was this partnership activity necessary - concerns, aims, difficulties etc?

• Change attitudes
• Restore self-confidence
• Engagement in more effective learning

Where does this partnership operate?
In school and at home.

When does this work happen?
On a daily basis.

How does the scheme work? How is it maintained, sustained and evaluated?
Scheme maintained by staged LS input and sustained by class teachers providing on-going continuity within class. Evaluation at conclusion of every phase.

What are the benefits? What difference does this partnership make?
Improved:

• self-esteem
• concentration
• on-task behaviour
• motivation

It produces children who want to learn and who believe in their abilities.

1.12 Kirkcaldy West Primary School, Fife