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British Values

What are 'fundamental British values'?

The government defines these as:

  • Democracy
  • The rule of law
  • Individual liberty
  • Mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs

     What does this mean for my child?

     Our efforts to promote fundamental British values are designed to prepare children for life in modern Britain.

      Ultimately, we aim to help pupils understand:

  • The importance of combatting discrimination
  • How we can influence decision-making by taking part in democratic processes like voting and petitioning
  • Our freedom under British law to choose different faiths and beliefs
  • That the law is there to keep us safe

     What does this look like in school?

      The values are reflected throughout our school, including in our ethos, policies and assemblies.

      Children also engage with the values through the curriculum, in ways that are suitable for their age and context.          For example, in some subjects there are opportunities to think about traditions from different cultures and                    religions.

      Curricular activities such as PE and PSHE teach children about the importance of rules during games.  Pupil votes,       questionnaires and council are other ways that children can have their voices heard and learn about democracy.

      Our duty to actively promote fundamental British values means that we always present political views to children        in a balanced way.  We are also responsible for challenging prejudiced or extreme opinions and behaviour.

      Frequently Asked Questions

     Will my child still be able to express his/her faith at school?

      Absolutely.  One of the fundamental values is respect and tolerance of people with different faiths, and we teach          our children that British law protects their freedom to hold their own beliefs.

      Any prejudice or discrimination towards pupils on the basis of their faith goes against the fundamental British              values and will not be tolerated by the school.

      How will this affect my child's lessons?

      The curriculum provides lots of opportunities to look at fundamental British values.  Your child will already have            some experience of this in lessons such as religious education (RE) and personal, social and health education                (PSHE).

      In each subject, our teachers will look out for these opportunities and encourage children to think about how the        values link into the topics they are studying.

     What about our Ethos?

     Our school's ethos already includes many aspects of the government's fundamental British values.  For example,         we expect our children to follow the school rules and show kindness to one another.  Promoting fundamental               British values reinforces, not change, our Christian ethos.

     Where to go for more information

      If you have any questions or concerns about British Values and what it means for your child, please do not                    hesitate to contact the school.

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