Grazeley Parochial CE (Aided) Primary School

'Be courageous; Be strong; Do everything in love'

British Values

Our Christian values are also underpinned by the British Values. Our work on these values is evidenced on this page.

Promoting British Values

 ‘We are a loving community of courageous learners building resilience and hope for the future based on our caring Christian foundation.’

‘Be Courageous, Be Strong, Do everything in Love’ 1 Corinthians 16 v13&14

It is from the basis of this Christian vision and our four school values of Love, Hope, Peace and Courage, that we promote British Values.

Our work on these values is evidenced on this page.

DEMOCRACY

Links to school values: LOVE and COURAGE

  • We have an elected school council that meets every other week. In September candidates prepare election speeches and a boy and a girl representative are elected from each class. 
  • The School Council are involved in key decisions about school life such as charity fund raising, special days/weeks with a specific focus and they regularly suggest ways to improve school life.
  • Children’s opinions are listened to by all staff; for example children raise issues with their school council representatives which are then taken to School Council meetings and addressed with the Headteacher. 
  • Year 6 pupils apply for specific jobs by writing an application and attending an interview to become a Library Assistant, ICT Leader, Sports Coach, Eco Warrior or Play Leader. These children take key responsibilities throughout the school day. 
  • Children in Oak Class support younger children regularly to learn ICT skills and to read.
  • The beginnings of democracy are taught through historical research relating to the civilisation of Ancient Greece.
  • Democracy is also taught within PSHE lessons and History. Around the time of a General Election, the process is followed around the school in age appropriate ways.
  • Through our work with the Oracy project, children learn how to debate and discuss with others respectfully and to disagree with love.

Love one another as I have loved you. John 13.34

Be brave. Be strong. Don’t give up. Expect God to get here soon. Psalm 31:24

THE RULE OF LAW

Links to school values: PEACE

  • We have high expectations of pupil conduct and this is reflected in our school rules which are based on our Christian values and ethos and our behaviour policy which is understood by all pupils.
  • Rewards for good behaviour and behaviour for learning are given in Friday assemblies.
  • Parents sign a home-school agreement
  • Through our core values and the Christian texts which underpin them, children are taught about love, hope, peace and courage, and are supported as they think about how to know the right thing to do, even when the choice is a difficult one.
  • Peer mediators are trained in Year 5 and 6 to resolve disagreements and conflicts.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9

INDIVIDUAL LIBERTY

Links to school values: HOPE and COURAGE

  • Through our Christian foundation, collective worship and teaching across the curriculum particularly in PSHE, children are taught about personal responsibility, the courage to stand up for what is right, justice, resilience and aspiration.
  • Children are encouraged to learn “behaviours for learning” and develop a growth mindset, preparing them for a rapidly changing world. Pupils in all year groups are actively encouraged to be brave learners, ‘have a go’, take risks in the learning and learn from mistakes.
  • Our Curriculum is has been developed around key questions and core concepts, that encourage children to think deeply about topics, ideas and their responsibility to the world around them.
  • Children are taught how to keep themselves safe, including online. This is done through computing lessons, lessons across the curriculum that involve using ICT as well as an annual e-safety day. ICT Leaders take a key role in this.
  • Bullying is not tolerated. Children are taught about bullying through their PSHE sessions and are encouraged to talk about feelings, worries and anxieties. A highly skilled family support worker is utilised to allow individuals to express concerns privately and to discuss ways to move forward.
  • Children’s needs, both emotionally and those caused by financial or family disadvantage, are considered on an individual basis and appropriate support is given.
  • All children are given regular opportunities to explore critical thinking issues and develop their ability to discuss their options, exploring how they may agree or disagree with one another.
  • An annual Future Stories Day helps the children understand of the breath and variety of jobs within the local community and consider their own future paths.
  • Children in Year 5 and 6 attend an AMAZE workshop which is a practical workshop delivered by a Christian charity focussing on peer pressure, making choices and celebrating how each individual is special and unique. 

Be brave. Be strong. Don’t give up. Expect God to get here soon. Psalm 31:24

MUTUAL RESPECT

Links to school values: LOVE and PEACE

  • All staff and children are treated equally and with respect. Every adult has the right to reward or sanction good or unacceptable behaviour.
  • Through our school vision statement and values, children are taught to respect each other, to be cooperative, collaborative and supportive.
  • We have high expectations of pupil conduct and this is reflected in our school rules which are based on our Christian values and ethos and our behaviour policy which is understood by all pupils.
  • Our curriculum is structured to ensure that children learn about different places around the world in a real context. They are made aware of similarities between their lives and those of people in other cultures through real contexts.
  • We have started to develop a link with a school in India through the Oxford diocese link project.
  • Children take part in Comic Relief and Children in Need as well as charitable events which have often been suggested by the children, in order to make a difference to the lives of those around them.

Love one another as I have loved you. John 13.34

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9

TOLERANCE of DIFFERENT FAITHS and BELIEFS

Links to school values: LOVE and PEACE

  • Through our RE curriculum children learn about the four main religions of Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and Islam. Through this they are taught respect for those of different faiths and none.
  • Our community is made up from children and families from many different cultures and background who learn to respect each other through learning and living together in our loving community.
  • Our children meet people from many different backgrounds and cultures through a variety of visitors that come into school.
  • Children are encouraged to share about their religion or cultural backgrounds with their class or their school, especially at times of celebration that differ from the Christian celebrations that the whole school celebrate.
  • Through our PSHE curriculum and the question and concept based core of out curriculum, children are taught to respect and value lives and viewpoints that differ from their own.
Love your neighbour as yourself. Mark 12 v.31