At Lawrence View, we believe that learning how to learn is just as important as what we learn. That’s where metacognition comes in. Simply put, metacognition means “thinking about our thinking.” It helps our children become more aware of their own learning processes, so they can understand what works best for them—and why.

We teach our pupils to reflect on their learning, plan how to approach tasks, monitor their progress, and evaluate how well they’ve done. These are lifelong skills that support not only academic success but also independence, confidence, and resilience.

To support these skills, we use a range of strategies across the curriculum. Graphic organisers help children structure their thinking and make connections between ideas, while low-stakes quizzes are used regularly to strengthen memory.