British Values

British Values

We promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance for those of different faiths and beliefs. This ensures our pupils understand the importance of respect and leave school fully prepared for life in modern Britain.

Found on every classroom door is our British values poster which links these values to everyday practice in our school.

 
Democracy
Pupils are always listened to by adults and are taught to listen carefully and with concern to each other, respecting the right of every individual to have their opinions and voices heard.  Pupils also have the opportunity to air their opinions and ideas through our range of pupil voice groups. Elections take place which reflect our British electoral system and demonstrate democracy in action.

Evidence of democracy:

• Democratic process for electing pupil leadership roles.
• Voting takes places across curriculum subjects e.g. when deciding on how to carry out investigations or in English when selecting story ideas or character actions.

The Rule of Law

Our school follows our ‘FISH’ values as our code of conduct and clear expectations of behaviour are evident. Children respectfully follow these expectations ensuring our classrooms are calm, orderly and are positive learning environments. Our pupils are taught the reasons behind our rules, how they protect us, their responsibility and the natural consequences when rules are broken.

Evidence of the rule of law:

• The school’s Teaching & Learning Document gives explicit teacher instruction to ensure the climate for learning is respected by all.
• The school’ s Behaviour Policy ensures consistency and understanding of our rules and processes.
• Teaching the rules in cooking, DT, and Forest School reinforce the importance to follow a set of rules.
• Visits from the police, Simon Aston, HOPE charity provide clear information for pupils on rules in society.
• Planned and incidental teaching of respect for protected characteristics mirrors the attitudes expected in British society.

Individual Liberty

Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to use their initiative and make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment.  

Evidence of individual liberty:

• Teaching children to take responsibility for their own behaviour and attitude to learning
• Children select learning aids to support their focus and attention.
• Varied extra-curricular opportunities enable children to follow their individual interests.
• The use of restorative conversation to resolve conflicts.

Mutual Respect

Mutual respect is demonstrated by adults and children.

Evidence of mutual respect:

• The child-friendly Friendship & Anti-bullying Policy is accessible in every classroom and designed to support conversations and understanding of respect.
• Pupils participate in a variety of charitable events e.g. Children in Need, Comic Relief.
• The termly HUGG target sets an area of focus linked to mutual respect e.g. sharing is caring.
• The school’s ethos statement – Together We Grow – emphasises the importance of mutual respect and working together.

Tolerance of Those with Different Faiths and Beliefs

Duston Eldean enhances pupils’ understanding of different faiths and beliefs through religious education studies and PSHE work. In addition, diversity is a key thread which permeates all curriculum areas.  Our pupils gain an understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society and an understanding of the importance of identifying and combatting discrimination.

Evidence of tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

• Holding discussions in RE, English, Philosophy for Children and other subjects, which allow children to develop respect for the opinions, values and beliefs of others.
• Celebrating festivals and special events e.g. Remembrance Day, Christmas, Divali.