British Values

Democracy

• Children are involved in Democratic processes e.g. voting for school councillors and shared rewards. 

• The school council itself adheres to democratic processes, reporting its actions to the Governing Body. 

• We have links with civic figures who come into school to educate the children about upholding British law and the democratic process. 

Rule of Law

• We have links with the Local Authority which involves Police, Fire and NSPCC services. 

• We have a clearly structured behaviour policy which all stakeholders understand and follow. 

• We regularly review behaviour incidents in school and share these with key stakeholders. 

• Assemblies are delivered with a focus on the law e.g. Scottish Independence. 

• Many of our lessons and topics include the Rule of Law. 

Individual Liberty

• Pupils have key roles and responsibilities in school, such as: class monitors (table monitors, book monitors etc); subject ambassadors and Prefects. 

• Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. 

• As a school we educate and provide boundaries for young pupils to make choices safely. 

• Through our curricular clubs and opportunities, pupils are given the freedom to make choices. 

• The aims, ethos and vision statement are embodied in all that we do in school. 

Mutual Respect

• The Golden Rules include ‘Be an active listener’ and ‘Always respect each other’ 

• Our PSHE ‘One Life’ curriculum teaches ‘Respect and Integrity’ and self-respect through our lessons, special books and during our assemblies. 

• All our staff actively promote an attitude of equality and fairness. 

• Our positive behaviour reward system is firmly rooted in mutual respect, kindness and good manners.