Provision for the spiritual development of pupils includes developing their:
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ability to be reflective about their own beliefs (religious or otherwise) and perspective on life
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knowledge of, and respect for, different people’s faiths, feelings and values
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sense of enjoyment and fascination in learning about themselves, others and the world around them
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use of imagination and creativity in their learning
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willingness to reflect on their experience
In our school, the spiritual child can…
- Explore their values and beliefs
- Reflect and learn from their thoughts
- Learn from religion
- Know what makes them and others happy
- Grow in a spiritually conducive ethos and climate
- Ask questions about life
- Make connections
- Show resilience, persistence and courage
- Relish and enjoy challenge
- Respect themselves and others
- Hold a set of values, beliefs and principles
- Show empathy towards others
- Reflect on their lives
- Are creative thinkers
- Appreciate the wonder and awe of life
Provision for the moral development of pupils includes developing their:
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ability to recognise the difference between right and wrong and to readily apply this understanding in their own lives, and to recognise legal boundaries and, in doing so, respect the civil and criminal law of England
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understanding of the consequences of their behaviour and actions
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interest in investigating and offering reasoned views about moral and ethical issues and ability to understand and appreciate the viewpoints of others on these issues
In our school the moral child can…
- Develop a strong moral code
- learn from positive staff role models
- Understand the need for values, rules and the law
- Respect all cultures
- Allow freedom of expression
- Know right from wrong
- Reflect on consequences
- Confidently uphold their values and principles
- Confidently express their views
- Make rational and wise judgements
- Respect others
- Relish the chance to explore other cultures
- Be willing to alter their views
Provision for the social development of pupils includes developing their:
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use of a range of social skills in different contexts, for example working and socialising with other pupils, including those from different religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds
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willingness to participate in a variety of communities and social settings, including by volunteering, cooperating well with others and being able to resolve conflicts effectively
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acceptance of and engagement with the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. They will develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will allow them to participate fully in and contribute positively to life in modern Britain
In our school the social child can…
- Develop a shared sense of community
- Work as a team and cooperate
- Actively develop their personal skills and conflict resolutions skills
- Understand and engage in democratic processes
- Understand the need to be part of the wider community
- Use appropriate behaviour
- Relate well to others
- Make a contribution to society
- Sensitively challenge the opinions of others
- Exercise their responsibilities
Provision for the cultural development of pupils includes developing their:
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understanding and appreciation of the wide range of cultural influences that have shaped their own heritage and that of others
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understanding and appreciation of the range of different cultures in the school and further afield as an essential element of their preparation for life in modern Britain
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ability to recognise, and value, the things we share in common across cultural, religious, ethnic and socio-economic communities
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knowledge of Britain’s democratic Parliamentary system and its central role in shaping our history and values, and in continuing to develop Britain
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willingness to participate in and respond positively to artistic, musical, sporting and cultural opportunities
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interest in exploring, improving understanding of and showing respect for different faiths and cultural diversity and the extent to which they understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity. This is shown by their respect and attitudes towards different religious, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the local, national and global communities
In our school the cultural child can…
- Adopt a zero tolerance policy to discrimination
- Take part in and enjoy a rich range of cultural experiences
- Show cultural awareness in every aspect of school life
- Understand their own culture and understand what has shaped them
- Respect and appreciate the cultures of others
- Learn from other cultures
- Are open to new ideas and beliefs
