British Values

At Sandcross Primary School we recognise the multi-cultural, multi faith and ever-changing nature of the United Kingdom and acknowledge our responsibility to prepare children for the world in which they will live. Therefore, in addition to our own values, we teach children British Values, both through our teaching and wider activities. These are:
 
The rule of law
The importance of law is consistently reinforced throughout the school day in our one school rule: ‘We show kindness and respect to everyone.’ Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind laws, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities that this involves and the consequences when laws are broken. Class rules and charters support this and circle time is used as an opportunity to discuss situations that benefit from whole class consideration. The school has very good links with authorities such as the Police and Fire Service and topics from Reception’s ‘people who help us’ to Year 6’s ‘Junior Citizen’ activities help to support our teaching.

Individual liberty

Sandcross has a clear anti-bullying policy which uses restorative approaches. Children are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and are advised how to exercise these safely, for example through our online safety work and the school council. 

Mutual respect and Tolerance

A hugely important one for us, which links to our own school value of respect and our one school rule, which helps to create a safe, calm, happy environment for everyone. Through celebrating diversity, we teach children that the freedom to hold other faiths and beliefs is protected in law and that it is important to identify and combat prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour. Beyond tolerance, we aim to celebrate different faiths or beliefs in order to give children a positive view of the rich and vibrant culture that is Britain today.

Democracy

We support children to develop an understanding of how citizens can influence decision-making through the democratic process with numerous pupil voice/consultation activities, including school council elections and pupil questionnaires.