How we Promote British Values at Willerby Carr Lane Primary School
The DfE have reinforced the need “to create and enforce a clear and rigorous expectation on all schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.”
The Government set out its definition of British values in the 2011 Prevent Strategy, and these values have been reiterated in 2014. At Willerby Carr Lane Primary School these values are reinforced regularly and in the following ways.
Democracy
Children have many opportunities for their voices to be heard. We have a school council which meets regularly to discuss issues raised in class. Council members for each year group are voted in by their class. Children have held debates within school, and between schools, have interviewed their local MP and have visited the House of Commons.
The Rule of Law
The importance of Laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the school, or the country, are consistently reinforced throughout regular school days, as well as when dealing with behaviour and through school assemblies. Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind 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 reinforce this message. We also have a visit from a local solicitor as part of our Year 6 curriculum on ‘Freedom and Justice’. The children exhibit excellent behaviour and respect in school.
Individual Liberty
Within school, 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 choices safely, through provision of a safe environment and 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 PSHE lessons. Assemblies are planned to reinforce understanding of equality, diversity, liberty, rights, social and emotional learning, caring and tolerance.
We make use of our local heritage in teaching children about William Wilberforce and the abolition of the slave trade as well as pioneering women such as Amy Johnson. Our Remembrance assemblies are attended by representatives from the Royal British Legion and the local Army Cadet Force and include a re- dedication to our own school memorial installed in 2014. Whether it be through choice of learning challenge, of how they record, of participation in our numerous extra-curricular clubs and opportunities, pupils are given the freedom to make choices.
Mutual Respect
Mutual respect for all 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
Willerby Carr Lane Primary School is situated in an area which is not greatly culturally diverse, therefore we place a great emphasis on promoting diversity with the children. Assemblies are regularly planned to address this issue either directly or through the inclusion of stories and celebrations from a variety of faiths and cultures. Our RE and PSHE teaching reinforce this. Members of different faiths or religions are encouraged to share their knowledge to enhance learning within classes and the school. Children visit places of worship that are important to different faiths.
Children demonstrate understanding and respect for other faiths when, for example, on residential trips they help their friend to wake up in the night to pray.
At Willerby Carr Lane Primary we will actively challenge pupils, staff or parents expressing opinions contrary to fundamental British Values, including ‘extremist’ and discriminatory views.
We also actively promote fundamental British values through ensuring pupils’ Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development. Our Spiritual Corner provides cues to encourage spiritual reflection. Through our strong links with Kirima Primary School in Uganda the pupils learn about the diversity of children’s lives and are eager to support with charitable donations. Our weekly ‘Good Sam’ collection culminates in the children delivering Christmas presents to the elderly in our community and in inviting them in for a ‘Christmas morning’ with us.
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‘She is always so keen and happy to go to school.’
‘My son has left Carr Lane a confident, happy pupil with a large circle of friends thanks to all of the wonderful opportunities and experiences that the fabulous team at Carr Lane have provided over the years. It’s a wonderful school with a great community feel and I am proud to be a Carr Lane parent.’
‘She has enjoyed another year at school and continued to develop academically as well as skipping off into the room happily every morning which is massively important to a parent!’
‘He loves school and I feel that he has been pushed which is good.’
‘He has been happy every day and enjoys school.’
‘He skips into school everyday and due to learning being so much fun he always wants to learn and develop his skills…’
‘He has not only developed in his ability but in his confidence!’
‘When he completed his year 4 spellings they tried him with year 5 then year 6 which he has all completed. I like the fact that they didn’t just let him coast.’
‘He really has progressed so much since starting school and has become such a confident boy.’
‘The teaching staff really understood my child and how to get the best out of him.’
‘She is very capable and the teachers have always gently pushed her to excel and achieve her potential. Thank you.’
‘Both of our girls who are five years apart in age attended WCLPS and received a first class education in a safe, caring and inspirational environment. Thank you all so much for this priceless start to their learning journey.’
‘She has loved the musical opportunities in the form of singing.’
reat education, help when needed, high standards, feeling secure, great environment to learn and a great team of staff and Head Teacher.’
‘All of the staff at Willerby Carr Lane work together to create a happy and welcoming environment for children to learn, develop and grow into confident, well rounded children.’
‘He has developed in every area and the progress that he has made has been outstanding!’
‘I have been particularly impressed with the way in which Care Lane teach the non core curriculum subjects such as DT and music. The children get a really great deal at Carr Lane with a carefully crafted curriculum from Caring and expert staff. Thank you.’
‘He has been very enthusiastic about his school work and enjoyed every moment of his time.’
‘I would definitely recommend Carr Lane Primary school to any parent. As a mum I have loved the welcoming, friendly, family style attitude that has let us join in with trips, teaching, helping, mums races,PFA etc. I will truly miss being part of the Carr Lane family team and want to thank everyone over the years for contributing so much to my boys educational journey. Well done to you all and thank you again.’
‘We have had 3 children go to Carr Lane School and their years there have been extremely happy, our eldest moved from another school to Carr Lane in Year 1 when we moved house and it was the best decision we ever made. He became a happier boy overnight and started to enjoy school. I would have no hesitation in recommending this school to another parent.’
‘Willerby Carr Lane is a fantastic school, with nurturing and caring staff who strive to support the children in achieving their full potential. I would have no hesitation in recommending this as a school to any parent.’
‘In my eyes, this is an outstanding school and is highly recommended!’
‘The patience & understanding of the staff has been amazing!’
‘We have two children at the school and we never hear any complaints about the school from them and I can honestly say all the teachers have been superb.’
‘Couldn’t have picked a better school!!’
‘A very warm and friendly school who have loved and nurtured my daughter.’
‘So pleased with my child’s progress at Carr Lane. Can’t believe how far he has come in 2 years! The staff are incredibly caring and lessons are well thought out.’
‘I love the experiences that he gets by being a Carr Lane Pupil and thoroughly recommend the school.’
‘What an amazing start for him at Carr Lane I can’t thank you enough.’
‘A happy, content little boy — a product of your environment. Our continued thanks.’
‘A Fantastic school and my child is very happy here!’
‘The teacher has understood his educational needs and given him the environment and support to let him improve. Thank you so much.’
‘Excellent. Improved beyond our expectations. Pushed to his potential in all areas especially reading.’
‘All the foundation staff are amazing and he has loved every minute!’
‘She enjoys going to school and takes every task on with her own enthusiasm and enjoys all subject areas.’
‘The EYFS department are a brilliant group of teachers and we will miss them greatly.’
‘Teachers have been supportive and helpful and he has done fantastically with his learning in all aspects!’
‘This is one of the reasons people move to Willerby’