The British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs are embedded within all areas of school life.

“Pupils believe they should ‘treat others as we would like to be treated ourselves’ and are very considerate and polite, which adds to the calm, happy atmosphere of the school. Opportunities to serve as school councillors, playleaders or as members of the Ethos Group are undertaken eagerly, providing pupils with very good foundations for their future as useful and responsible members of their community.”
Ofsted Report

“Children have a full and active role in decision making through the school council, ethos and global awareness groups. One child explains that their presentation for the Education Sunday service in church, on the school’s link with Masizani School, will ‘give the community a chance to get involved.”
Church Inspection Report 

Daily worship is an important way that we explore and reflect upon British values, these are embedded within our Christian worship and Christian values. Half termly debates in all classes provide opportunities for children to explore their understanding and beliefs in a safe and supportive environment.

Democracy

We have a school council which meets every three weeks with a member of the Senior Leadership Team to lead school developments and discuss any issues that arise. The school council are voted for by their peers and remain in position for the academic year. The council bring ideas from their class mates and they are genuinely able to effect change within the school. During the election process, children learn about democracy.

The Rule of Law

The importance of laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the school, or the country, are consistently reinforced at St Philip Westbrook. Our Christian values are embedded within all areas of school life.Pupils are taught from an early age the rules and values of the school.

Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind rules and laws, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities that this involves and the consequences when laws are broken. Visits from authorities such as the Police and Fire Service help to reinforce this message.

Individual Liberty

At St Philip Westbrook, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment.

As a school we educate and provide boundaries for young pupils to make informed choices, through a safe environment and an empowering education. Pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and advised how to exercise these safely, for example through our E-Safety and Personal, Social, Health Education (PSHE) lessons.

Mutual Respect

Mutual respect is at the heart of our values. Children 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.

Tolerance of those of Different Faiths and Beliefs

We actively promote diversity through our studies of different faiths and cultures. Religious Education lessons and PSHE lessons reinforce messages of tolerance and respect for others.

Members of different faiths and religions are encouraged to share their knowledge to enhance learning within classes and the school. The children find out about places of worship that are important to different faiths.