British Values

What are Fundamental British Values?

Our school community considers these values to be those of:

In our school we prepare children for life in modern Britain. This can be seen in our school through:

Our school community regarding people of all faiths, races and cultures with respect and tolerance. More than merely ‘tolerance’, we hope to equip all of our pupils with a sense of deeper understanding about different topics, even if they do not always agree
Our school community understanding the difference between English law and differing views on right and wrong
Our ethos and teaching which supports English law
Making our school community aware of the difference between the law of the land and religious law
Our Aspirations curriculum with a clear focus on the Guiding Principles of Purpose: Leadership and Responsibility and the Confidence to take action.

In our school community we demonstrate Democracy through:
Pupil/staff and parent voice Electing Aspiration Councillors Electing Aspiration Family Prefects Questionnaires which contribution to school procedures and decision making

In our school community we demonstrate the Rule of Law through:
Class rules An awareness of individual responsibilities and rights Behaviour expectations Behaviour Policy Links with police, fire etc Assemblies and teaching sessions re: rights and responsibilities and anti-social behaviour Awareness of appropriate current affairs Trips to Parliament Cross curricular links: Maths curriculum, e-safety and respectful relationship education

In our school community we demonstrate Individual Liberty through:
Making individual choices in a safe, supportive environment Tackling challenges and difficulties Choice over and variety of extra-curricular activities Making independent choices in choosing time in Nursery, Reception and Year 1 Opportunities to take risks Celebrating differences in culture Self-worth – beliefs and individualism

In our school community we demonstrate Mutual Respect through:
The school’s ethos, values and beliefs and vision driven by the 8 conditions for learning Partner Talk Debating and discussion – ‘I challenge that…’ I support that…’ Lessons observed throughout the curriculum by all staff High expectations of behaviour

In our school we demonstrate Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs through:
Assemblies Delivery of RE PSHE and Citizenship (SEAL) Visits and guest speakers Twinning projects within our Aspirations Trust Participation in local and national events Links with the Mosque and Church leaders – supporting with the curriculum Circle time

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