At the end of this unit
most children: contribute ideas and listen to the views of others. They express their own views to one other person and to the whole class. They know how decisions are made in school, and how they can contribute to the school decision-making process. They work in a group and recognise the importance of working with others. They agree and set targets, using a timeline. They appreciate the importance of asking different people for their views about the school grounds. They understand that there are limitations in any project relating to costs, time and resources.
some children have not made so much progress and: have developed the confidence to make suggestions about the project. They recognise that decision-making involves different members of the school community, and that they can contribute to this. They understand that the project is run according to a timescale and that some things take longer than others to action.
some children have progressed further and: contribute ideas and make suggestions about the project. They work in groups with other children and listen to their views. They talk to a range of adults about what they think, and recognise that democracy means everybody has the right to have a say. They understand that decision-making can be complex, and that sometimes a representative group makes decisions on behalf of others. They appreciate the importance of targets and a timeline when planning a project. They recognise that there are limitations in any project relating to costs, time and resources, and that compromises are sometimes necessary.
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