At Barford St Peter's we actively promote British values in our day-to-day school life. They are integral to our curriculum and woven throughout the fabric of our school community.
Democracy – what do we do?
Whole school voting for the election of House Captains at the start of the year;
Hold regular meetings for the School Council where members are involved in the decision-making process, voice the views of their classes and ensure that pupil voice is heard and acted upon throughout the year;
Provide pupils with a broad general knowledge of, and promote respect for, public institutions and services;
Teach all pupils how they can influence decision-making through the democratic process;
Taught through assemblies and our school curriculum;
Teach a dedicated topic on the civil rights movement (protests and politics) in Year 6
Encourage pupils to become involved in decision-making processes and ensure they are listened to in school;
Help pupils to express their views;
Model how perceived injustice can be peacefully challenged;
Pupils vote as to which school clubs we should provide;
Rule of law – what do we do?
Ensure school rules and expectations are clear and fair;
Class rules and celebration of adhering to these rules;
Help pupils to distinguish right from wrong;
Help pupils to respect the law and the basis on which it is made;
Help pupils to understand that living under the rule of law protects individuals;
Explore within our PSHE lessons laws and what to do if peer pressure is trying to persuade children to break these;
Individual liberty – what do we do?
Support pupils to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem, self-confidence;
Encourage pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour, as well as knowing their rights;
Model freedom of speech through pupil participation, while ensuring protection of vulnerable pupils and promoting critical analysis of evidence
Challenge stereotypes;
Implement a strong anti-bullying culture;
E-Safety units of work are taught throughout school and parents receive information on these.
Mutual Respect and tolerance of different cultures and religions– what do we do?
Challenge prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour;
Explore positive role models (where possible) through our topics who reflect the protected characteristics of the 2010 Equality Act;
Organise visits to different places of worship ;
Whole school assemblies which celebrate different cultures' beliefs and different religion's special days/festivals;
Our RE scheme ensures that our children have a good understanding of a range of religious beliefs and customs;
Help pupils to acquire an understanding of, and respect for, their own and other cultures and ways of life;
Help children to develop the art of respectful discussion and debate.