British Values
British Values
In 2011, the government defined British Values as democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. We promote these values through our own school values, curriculum and enrichment activities. We provide a Catholic curriculum, which is broad and balanced, recognising that every pupil is unique and is created in the image of God (Gen 1:27). Our curriculum is designed to enable every pupil to discern their vocation and to be well-equipped to follow it as active citizens in service to the world. Catholic Religious Education is the “core of the core curriculum” (Pope St John Paul II) and the foundation of the entire educational process. We ensure that the fundamental British Values are introduced, discussed and lived out through the ethos and work of the school.
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Democracy St. John Fisher Catholic Primary School is an UNICEF Rights Respecting School. Each year the pupils decide upon their class charter and the rights associated with these. All pupils contribute to the drawing up of the charter.
UN CRC Article 12: Pupils have the right to say what they think should happen, when adults are making decisions that affect them, and to have their opinions taken into account. |
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The rule of law The important of Laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the school, or the country, are consistently reinforced throughout school days as well as when dealing with behaviour and through PSHCE and school assemblies. Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind laws, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities that this involved and the consequences when we do the wrong thing.
UN CRC Article 19: Governments should ensure that pupils are properly cared for, and protect them from violence, abuse and neglect by their parents, or anyone else who looks after them. |
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Individual liberty Our values based discussions and acts of worship begin with discussions about the self; self-respect and self-worth in relation to the individual value so that pupils see that they are important in their own right. Pupils know they have the right to their own thoughts and views. Pupils are strongly encouraged to develop independence in learning and to think for themselves.
UN CRC Article 31: All pupils have a right to relax and play, and to join in a wide range of activities.
UN CRC Article 15: Pupils have the right to meet together and to join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights. |
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| Mutual respect As a Rights Respecting School, mutual respect is at the heart of our values. Children learn that their behaviours have an effect on their own rights and those of others. All members of the school community treat each other with respect.
UN CRC Article 2: The Convention applies to everyone whatever their race, religion, abilities, whatever they think or say and whatever type of family they come from.
UN CRC Article 30: Pupils have a right to learn and use the language and customs of their families, whether these are shared by the majority of people in the country or not. |
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Tolerance of different faiths and beliefs St. John Fisher is situated in an area which is culturally diverse; therefore we place a great emphasis on promoting diversity with the pupils. During ‘Other Faiths’ Week’, as part of the RE Curriculum, we raise awareness of other faiths; members of different faiths or religions are encouraged to share their knowledge to enhance learning within classes and the school.
UN CRC Article 14: Pupils have the right to think and believe what they want, and to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Parents should guide their pupils on these matters. |
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