Promoting British Values

We agree with the Department for Education’s five part definition of British Values:

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• Democracy

• The rule of law

• Individual liberty

• Mutual respect

• Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

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We believe these British Value are effectively promoted in our school through our School Aims.​

 

St George's Primary School aims:​

 

At St George's we recognise every child's right to a broad and balanced education in a safe environment that nurtures talent, creativity and individuality in all its forms.

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We aim to equip every child with the academic, social and creative skills to flourish in a diverse, exciting and ever-changing world.

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We strive to develop confidence, resilience and high self-esteem in all learners so that they are able to persevere in times of difficulty and see mistakes not as failure but as opportunities to learn.

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We celebrate diversity and together we learn to value and respect other's views, beliefs and ways of life.

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These values are experienced throughout our everyday school life, as evidenced on our website. Below are some examples of how we promote these values in our school:

Democracy

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Pupil voice is an integrated aspect of school life at St George's. Our pupil elected Pupil Council play a strong role in our school. They are elected by their class peers and are involved in making St George's a better place to learn. Pupils have input in their learning and what they would like to learn, which promotes our Pupil Voice. Pupil questionnaires and interviews are also conducted regularly. We know that the formation of the Pupil Council and the active participation of our pupils will sow the seeds for a more sophisticated understanding of democracy in the future. Our children attend the Hull Youth Parliament each term to gain a real understanding of democracy in action.

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The rule of law

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Our pupils will encounter rules and laws throughout their entire lives. We want our pupils to understand that whether these laws govern the class, the school, the neighbourhood or the country, they are set for good reasons and must be adhered to. This understanding of the importance of rules will be consistently reinforced through assemblies and our curriculum. The involvement of our pupils in the creation of the school rules helps them to understand the reasons behind rules and the consequences if rules are broken. Our school rules are linked to Unicef Rights and Responsibilities – focusing on the link between these two elements. We debate and discuss the reasons for laws so children can recognise the importance of these for their own protection. Throughout the year we welcome visits from members of the wider community including police, the fire brigade and many more. We believe that clear explanations and real life stories emphasise the importance of the Rule of Law for our pupils.

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Individual liberty

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At St George's we work to create a positive culture in our school, so that children are in a safe environment where choices and freedoms are encouraged. Children learn that we have freedom of choice but that we are responsible for our actions,  and that we must face the consequences of our actions if they harm others.  In lessons, learning tasks are challenging and require cooperation, hard work and perseverance. They understand they may have to take appropriate risk and may have to congratulate and be proud of a more successful peer on some occasions. We offer a range of clubs which pupils have the freedom to choose from, based on their interests. Through our E-Safety,  and PSHE sessions, we educate children on their rights and personal freedoms as well as supporting them in recognising how to exercise these freedoms safely.  

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Mutual respect

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Our pupils learn together with respect for each other. We value and celebrate our peers, as evidenced on our website. Every pupil knows that we respect and appreciate each other no matter what differences may exist. Mutual respect is a core value of our School Aims. Without our community working together and so achieving together, our School Aims could not be fulfilled.

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Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

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We offer a culturally rich and diverse curriculum in which all major religions are studied and respected. Parents and leaders of different faiths are welcomed to the school to share their beliefs. We believe that tolerance is gained through knowledge and understanding - in tackling discrimination restoratively we focus on developing better understanding and compassion.  Children are taught to respect and value difference and individuality - in tackling discrimination we focus on developing better understanding and compassion. Through our curriculum and the routines of our daily school life, we strive to become knowledgeable, understanding and successful citizens who can build a better local area, Hull, Yorkshire, and Britain for the future.