British Values
Traditions. Customs. Heritages.
Promoting values...
In June 2014, the Prime Minister emphasised the important role that British values can play in education. In relation to this, how well a school promotes such values is an aspect of Ofsted’s inspection process.
At Compton Dundon School British values are promoted in much of what we do, during school assemblies, PSHE lessons, Tutor time activities and discussions as well as through the planning and delivery of our broad and balanced curriculum. Along with promoting British values we also feel it is important to actively challenge pupils, staff or parents who express views (including extremist) that are contrary to fundamental British values.
We aim to celebrate and experience the wealth of traditions, customs and heritages that make up British Life. As such we organize and take part in whole school events and celebration days for example Comic Relief, Harvest Festival as well as external trips to the theatre and other cultural events.
Make decisions together...
All school staff listen to, and encourage pupils to share their views and respect others and to talk about their feelings. Pupils are taught to listen carefully and with concern to each other, respecting the right of every individual to have their opinions and voices heard. Staff support pupils during decision making processes and provide activities that involve turn taking and working as a team. The pupils are given regular opportunities to reflect on their thoughts and debate ideas with regard to current events and news. Our curriculum encourages our pupils to respect public institutions and services. This is done by inviting a range of visitors into the school as well as visiting key places and buildings in the area.
Rewarding good behaviour...
Compton Dundon School enforces the importance of laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the school or the country. Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind the laws and school rules, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities that this involves and the consequences when rules are broken. Visits from Police and Fire Services help reinforce this message.
To encourage and promote good behaviour, attitude and work, we have a token economy which is consistently followed throughout the school. We are committed to highlighting and praising pupil’s efforts. Praise is given informally, individually, during group work, in front of the whole class and the whole school. Pupils are rewarded not only for achievement in curriculum areas but for positive behavior.
Pupil independence...
Pupils are supported to develop a sense of pride in themselves through praise and positive reinforcement. Academy staff provide activities to help pupils develop self-confidence, increase their self-esteem and provide pupils with experiences that allow them to explore language of feelings.
Pupils are actively encouraged to make their own choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. They are also encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and are taught how to exercise them safely and appropriately.
Mutual Respect and Tolerance of those with Different Faiths and Beliefs.
Mutual respect, tolerance and politeness are at the heart of our values. Pupils learn that their behaviours have an effect on their own rights and those of others. All members of the school community treat each other with respect whatever differences there may be. Respect and understanding for different faiths and beliefs are enhanced through PSHE, Project Learning, International Cultures, assemblies, themed weeks, noticeboards and displays.
We provide opportunities for the pupils to visit places of worship and we actively encourage visitors from a range of communities and organisations into our school.