On this page you will find the 'Classroom culture' section of the Problem-Solving Schools Charter. We have provided links to support material relevant to particular bullet points, as well as more general guidance below.
For support material linked to the other sections of the Charter, see our Problem-Solving Schools Resources for Professional Development page.
Charter statements
In our setting...
- We create a safe environment in which learners explore, take risks, and appreciate the value of learning through making mistakes (Embrace the Learning Pit podcast)
- We celebrate multiple approaches to solving problems and discuss the merits of the different strategies offered
- We provide frequent opportunities for individual and collaborative problem solving, where learners are given both thinking time and opportunities to share ideas and insights (NCETM's Oracy framework)
- We celebrate the mathematical thinking of every learner
General guidance
Mindset: How you can fulfil your potential - in her book, Carol Dweck introduces us to the power of celebrating a growth mindset in our classrooms.