Promoting Fundamental British Values

In accordance with The Department for Education we aim to actively promote British values in schools to ensure young people leave school prepared for life in modern Britain. Pupils are encouraged to regard people of all faiths, races and cultures with respect and tolerance and understand that while different people may hold different views about what is ‘right’ and ‘wrong’, all people living in England are subject to its law.

British Values are taught across the curriculum and are discussed in weekly assemblies. This is through a picture book in KS1 and through video and discussion in KS2.

DfE - Definitions of British Values

Democracy -

A culture built upon freedom and equality, where everyone is aware of their rights and responsibilities.

Examples

• Leadership and accountability
• Joint decision making
• Team meetings
• The right to protest and petition
• Receiving and giving feedback

The Rule of Law -

The need for rules to make a happy, safe and secure environment to live and work.

Examples

• Legislation
• Agreed ways of working, policies and procedures
• How the law protects you and others
• Codes of conduct

Individual Liberty -

Protection of your rights and the right of others you work with.

Examples

• Equality and Human Rights
• Personal Development
• Respect and Dignity
• Rights, choice, consent and individuality
• Values and principles

Respect & Tolerance -

Understanding that we all don’t share the same beliefs and values. Respecting the values, ideas and beliefs of others whilst not imposing our own others.

Examples

• Embracing diversity
• The importance of religion, traditions, cultural heritage and preferences
• Tackling stereotyping, labelling, prejudice and discrimination