SMSC

Through the curriculum and enriching events and trips – pupils develop:

An ability to be reflective about their own beliefs (religious or otherwise) and a perspective on life
Knowledge of, and respect for, different people’s faiths, feelings and values.
A sense of enjoyment and fascination in learning about themselves, others and the world around them.
Use of imagination and creativity in their learning
Willingness to reflect on their experiences

Through the curriculum as well as enriched learning opportunities, pupils develop:

An ability to recognise the difference between right and wrong and to readily apply this understanding in their own lives, and to recognise legal boundaries and, in doing so, respect the civil and criminal law of England.
An understanding of the consequences of their behaviour and actions.
An interest in investigating and offering reasoned views about moral and ethical issues and ability to understand and appreciate the viewpoints of others on these issues.

Through the curriculum as well as enriched activities, pupils develop:

A use of a range of social skills in different contexts, for example working and socialising with other pupils, including those from different religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
A willingness to participate in a variety of communities and social settings, including by volunteering, co-operating well with others and being able to resolve conflicts effectively.
An acceptance of and engagement with the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. They will develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will allow them to participate fully in and contribute positively to life in modern Britain.

Through the curriculum as well as enriched experiences, pupils develop:

An understanding and appreciation of the wide range of cultural influences that have shaped their own heritage and that of others
An understanding and appreciation of the range of different cultures in the school and further afield as an essential element of their preparation for life in modern Britain
An ability to recognise, and value, the things we share in common across cultural, religious, ethnic and socio-economic communities.
A knowledge of Britain’s democratic parliamentary system and its central role in shaping our history and values, and in continuing to develop Britain
A willingness to participate in and respond positively to artistic, musical, sporting and cultural opportunities
An ability to understand, accept and respect diversity (as shown by their respect and attitudes towards different religious, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the local, national and global communities)