All year groups have weekly Skills Builder sessions. Skills Builder sessions start by using the language of the skills and what they look like in reception, with discreet lessons starting from year 1. Skills are cross referenced in other learning, allowing them to be further developed. E.g.; Speaking and listening will be developed and practised in English/Reading lessons, problem solving in Maths, teamwork in P.E, etc.

Most teachers are beginning to frequently informally assess pupils after each Skills Builder lesson. This is then used to inform the next lesson, i.e. whether they can move up a level or further develop the skill.

Skills Builder sessions are timetabled to take place during class assemblies. Regular formal assessment ensures that they are pitched at the appropriate level. Each week, the lesson builds upon their previous learning.

Skills are reinforced in class assemblies, year group assemblies and Head Teacher assemblies. Skills are also reinforced by some staff on the playground, for example; when on break/lunch duty and children are using the OPAL play equipment, staff and children talk about sharing and Teamwork skills. To resolve friendship issues, staff reference Speaking and Listening skills. Project based learning references some skills, for example, DT references Teamwork (Chocolate project) and Problem Solving (Torch project). Skills are cross referenced in other learning, allowing them to be further developed. E.g.; Speaking and Listening will be developed and practised in English/Reading lessons, Problem Solving in Maths, Teamwork in P.E, etc.

Careers day was held where different careers were linked to different skills. Assemblies celebrating historical figures or people of interest reference the Skills Builder skills.