British Values at Broadfield
At Broadfield we are commited to ensuring that the British Values of respect, tolerance, rule of law, democracy and individual liberty are developed through our curriculum and our school ethos. These are taught through specific subjects and through 'Super Learning Days' and themed weeks throughout the school. We are a very diverse and inclusive school where we celebrate the differences that all members of our school community bring but alongside this we remember that we are all equal. The multicultural and multi-faith community of our school is celebrated and respect and tolerance are taught in order to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain.
Respect
Our whole school ethos at Broadfield is built around the word ‘Respect’. Respect is our core value and our behaviour policy with the four types of respects, clearly underpins the expectations of this value. Respect is modelled, taught, encouraged and celebrated throughout the school day. Respectful behaviour is rewarded through our class dojo points, certificates in assembly, weekly kindness ambassadors and by giving pupils positions of responsibility such as head boy/ girl and School Coucil members and members.
Tolerance
At Broadfield we are proud of the diversity at our school and the wonderful opportunities we have to celebrate special occasions and festivals to reflect this. From an early age our pupils are taught about how we are all different but all equal. All pupils learn about other faiths and cultures and learn to share their own beliefs with adults and peers who are respectful and tolerant. We regularly take the children out into the local community to visit religious buildings and we have strong links with the local vicar and Imaan. At Christmas the school choir sing during the Springhill Hospice 'Light up a Life' service.
School assemblies, discussions in the classrooms and many curriculum areas offer the opportunity to explore the values of friendship, community, equality, freedom of choice and tolerance even through differences. Pupils learn that people have different faiths and beliefs and these should be accepted. Any racism, homophobia and other forms of bullying are not accepted and is recorded and dealt with according to the behaviour policy. We use every opportunity to ensure that our pupils learn and grow to be caring and tolerant of others they will meet and live alongside in multicultural Britain.
Rule of Law
The behaviour policy at Broadfield upholds the value that all people are subject and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced. Expectations for all pupils are extremely high when it comes to respect; pupils behave respectfully towards everyone, respect their learning, respect their resources and show respect for the environment. The consequences for being on red or blue gives pupils the chance to further reflect on the purpose and importance of the rules. There are opportunities within the curriculum to learn about the laws in Britain and their history too. Elements of the Pol Ed PSHE scheme of work are used to supplement the curriculum and the school works closely with the local policing team to deliver elements of the curriculum linked to keeping safe and the law.
Democracy
At Broadfield, our children are exposed to and participate in the democratic processes from Year 1 to Year 6, through the School Council. Representatives are selected through the fair process and use the platform to have their class voices heard to improve playtimes, organise events, help raise money for charities, work alongside outside agencies such as the NHS and simply have their views taken in to account. The children have opportunities to debate in class and this teaches our children the skills to participate in dialogue to give views and opinions in a formal manner alongside listening to others with different views. Children have the opportunity to choose and then vote for class attendance rewards.
Individual Liberty
Each and every day at Broadfield, all pupils are provided with various opportunities to develop their knowledge, self-esteem and confidence. The extensive choice of free, extra curricular clubs, including sports, arts, drama and outdoor learning, for all pupils are designed to build resilience through challenge, take risks in a safe secure environment and further develop any skills and talent in order to shine and be the best of who they want to be. Our pupils regularly take part in competitions in the local borough and are celebrated for doing so in assemblies. Teachers and adults, motivate and inspire at every opportunity, and any children with talents such as singing, arts, debating are encouraged to join the choir, art or debating club. There are frequent writing competitions to enter for all who love writing along with the chance to have amazing work celebrated on displays around school. Teamwork skills are a key part of learning here, but independence and individual liberty is championed in all classes too. At Broadfield our children are encouraged to take pride of their work they produce and most importantly, be proud of who they are.
At Broadfield we are committed to the Social, Moral, Spiritual and Cultural (SMSC) wellbeing of our staff and pupils. This is embedded in our curriculum and our everyday school life. We realise our duty to help children identify shared, core values and what matters most alongside our duty to help them read, write and count.
At Broadfield we ensure that there are opportunities for the children to develop their SMSC awareness throughout their time with us. A calendar of events has been put in place to show the opportunities and expereineces that take place each year.
