Promoting Fundamental British Values
Our school is committed to promoting British Values within the learning curriculum, PHSCE and extra-curricular activities in accordance with The Department for Education.
The five British Values as defined by the Government are:
Democracy
The Rule of Law
Individual Liberty
Mutual Respect
Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs
SPIRITUAL
Pupils develop self esteem and are reflective about their own beliefs and experiences whilst learning about and respecting those of others. They develop positive relationships with others as well as imagination, creativity and curiosity. Pupils develop a sense of worth, their unique potential and an understanding of their own strengths and areas to develop as well as a willingness to achieve. Children are encouraged to develop an appreciation of art, theatre, literature and sport.
MORAL
Pupils develop an understanding of what is right and wrong and of moral conflict. They are able to apply this into their own lives both in and out of school. They understand the consequences of their behaviours and are able to learn from mistakes. Pupils respect others and their differences and the environment around them.
SOCIAL
Pupils acquire an understanding of the responsibilities of being members of families and communities (local, national and global). Children develop empathy and participate in a wide range of activities to develop social skills and be given opportunities to take initiative on wider social issues, and establish ways they can help on an individual, local, national and global scale.
CULTURAL
Pupils understand and appreciate then range of different cultures both within school and further afield. They respect and value the richness of the diverse society in which we live. Children also develop an understanding of Britain’s local, national, European, and global dimensions.
Throughout the year, these values are promoted through the school assemblies which are held twice weekly to collectively focus on pupil’s success and core values. The school has formed close links with the local church, the pupils attend the church throughout the year and members of the congregation visiting school to deliver assemblies or participate in celebrations, for example Harvest Festival. Also, we promote the teaching of the key components of different religions through the RE curriculum and the importance of respect for the beliefs of others.
We have also supported these values through themed events, one of which was focused around our Armed Forces their valuable work, remembrance day, charity fundraising and royal celebrations.
Ward Green Primary School have charity fundraising events throughout the school year: MacMillan Coffee Morning, Children In Need, Red Nose Day etc. Most recently we have raised money for TAD’s during our Mental Health and Art Weeks in school.
Our School Council is elected by the children’s vote and we have a representative in each class.
As part of our School Values and Ethos we encourage children to be respectful and safe and link this to learning through E-Safety, Road Safety with Bikeability, Crucial Crew and Sports Tournaments.
Pupils develop an understanding of what is right and wrong and apply this into their own lives both in and out of school. They understand the consequences of their behaviours and are able to learn from mistakes.
