British Values
At Stoughton Infant & Nursery School and Northmead Junior School, we are committed to promoting the fundamental British values of:
Democracy
The Rule of Law
Individual Liberty
Mutual Respect
Tolerance of Those of Different Faiths and Beliefs
These help children understand their roles within our school, community and wider society. They are taught explicitly through PSHE, RSE and RE, and are reinforced throughout our broad and balanced curriculum, assemblies, and the wider life of both schools. We also ensure that any views or behaviours that conflict with these values, including extremist attitudes, are appropriately challenged.
How We Teach and Promote British Values:
Through Our Curriculum
Across both schools, British values are embedded into the children’s learning experiences. Children have the opportunity to engage in discussions, stories, role play, debates, reflections and real-life scenarios that help them understand fairness, respect, rights, responsibilities, diversity and community.
Through Assemblies and Whole-School Activities
Our assemblies, themed weeks and celebrations give children opportunities to reflect on our values of Ambition, Bravery and Compassion. Events such as Anti-Bullying week, cultural celebrations, visiting speakers and themed learning days help deepen children’s understanding of the diverse society they live in. Our assemblies, themed weeks and celebrations give children opportunities to reflect on our values of Ambition, Bravery and Compassion. Events such as Anti-Bullying week, cultural celebrations, visiting speakers and themed learning days help deepen children’s understanding of the diverse society they live in.
Through School Culture and Ethos
A warm, caring and inclusive ethos underpins both schools. Staff model positive relationships, and respectful behaviour. Children are encouraged to support each other, celebrate differences and understand how their actions affect others.
Democracy
Children learn that their voice matters, beginning with simple choices such as a the ‘book vote’ and class discussions in the infant school and building towards active participation in democratic processes. School Council elections give children experience of campaigning, voting and representing their peers. Children contribute to decisions about school life, such as playground equipment and community projects.
The Rule of Law
Children learn why rules are important and how they keep us safe. Clear routines and expectations are established from the beginning. Children learn about consequences, fairness and responsibility through everyday experiences. This learning is expanded through focused work on safeguarding, online safety, road and rail safety and wider community responsibilities.
Individual Liberty
Children are supported to make independent choices within a safe and nurturing environment. They learn about personal rights, freedoms and boundaries, including how to stay safe online. Opportunities such as clubs, roles of responsibility, help to develop confidence, independence and a sense of ownership over their learning.
Mutual Respect
Respect is central to both school communities. Children learn to value the thoughts, feelings and contributions of others through classwork, assemblies and collaborative activities. Staff model respectful interactions at all times. Activities such as Anti-Bullying Week and Nurture Week help children understand empathy, fairness and positive relationships.
Tolerance of Those of Different Faiths and Beliefs
Children learn about a range of cultures, faiths and traditions through RE lessons, stories, visitors, festivals and celebrations. Both schools provide opportunities for children to share their own backgrounds and experiences, helping them develop curiosity, understanding and appreciation of diversity. Discussions around prejudice, equality and fairness are embedded throughout PSHE, RE and assemblies.
Our Commitment
Working closely together for the community of Stoughton, both schools ensure that British values are not only taught but lived, helping children from Nursery to Year 6 grow into confident, responsible and respectful young citizens who are well prepared for life in modern Britain.