There is a statutory duty for schools to promote British Values. These values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs underpin and are inherent in the school’s ethos, curriculum and key aims which are to ensure all members of the school community:
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Acquire the knowledge and skills for now and for a fulfilling future
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Develop confidence in themselves and their abilities
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Feel valued and value others
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Work together effectively and with enthusiasm
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Create an innovative learning environment
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Appreciate the world at large
The curriculum, extra-curricular provision and assembly programme are informed by fundamental British Values set out by the Department for Education. The examples below show some of the ways in which the School promotes these values: