St Clements Hill
Primary Academy
50 Le Safferne Gardens, Norwich, NR3 4AR Telephone: 01603 984737
Email: office@stclementsacademy.co.uk
British Values
At St Clements Hill Primary Academy we uphold and teach pupils about British Values which are defined as:
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Democracy
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Rule of law
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Individual liability
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Mutual respect and tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs
These values are taught through Personal, Social, Health and Emotional (PSHE), and Religious Education (RE) and a range of assemblies throughout the year. We also teach the British Values through planning and delivering a broad and balanced curriculum. Each year we have a whole school enrichment week which focuses on British Values.
These values are reinforced regularly and in the following ways:
Democracy
Children develop their understanding of democracy through the process of the School Council. Children experience the process of voting and the responsibility of representing their peers at the Council forum. They also have the opportunity to do the same with the School Council, Eco-Committee and their weekly choice of “St Clements Shines” certificate winner. This furthers the children's understanding of democracy and the democratic process.
The Rule of Law
The importance of laws and rules, whether they are those that govern the class, the school or the country, are consistently reinforced. Each class has an agreed set of rules alongside the school rules which are prominently displayed. Children are taught that community cohesion and personal responsibility are secured through rules and laws in our society. Visits from authorities such as the police are a regular part of our calendar and help reinforce this message.
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Individual Liberty
Children are actively encouraged to make choices at school, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. Pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and are advised how to exercise these safely, for example through our E-Safety teaching and PSHE lessons. Pupils are given the freedom to make choices such as signing up for extra-curricular clubs and choosing the level of challenge in some lessons.
Mutual Respect
Part of our school ethos and behaviour policy are based on core values such as 'respect' and 'responsibility'. Assemblies promote personal qualities and values for life and are central to how we expect everyone to conduct themselves at our school. Mutual respect is fostered in children through the increased use of collaborative learning techniques in class. Children are given the opportunity to work with different members of the class to share views, ideas and opinions. These are used across the curriculum and children demonstrate a mature level of cooperation towards each other.
Tolerance of Those of Different Faiths and Beliefs
This is achieved through enhancing pupils' understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society and by giving them opportunities to experience such diversity. Assemblies and discussions involving prejudices are followed and supported by learning in RE and PSHE. All lessons provide an excellent forum for intercultural discussion and celebration. Likewise, we use opportunities such as the multi-national events (e.g. Olympics, World Cup) to study and learn about life and culture in other countries. Examples of the British Values being taught in the curriculum this year at St Clements Hill Primary Academy.
Reception
In Reception, we aim to provide our children with a broad and balanced curriculum, in which all children feel valued, respected and are able to reach their full potential. Through a combination of adult led and independent choosing time, children are taught the value of individual liberty and the importance of making 'good choices'. We believe it is crucial all children feel confident to discuss how we are all individuals and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs is paramount. Our children respond brilliantly to our “St Clements Shines” initiative. They feel proud when they are awarded a “St Clements Shines” certificate and have their photograph taken to record the event in their Learning Journey. PSHE is important throughout the curriculum and we discuss issues as they arise. We discuss how to make things fair and how democracy is important and often vote for which book to read at the end of the day.