Promoting SMSC at the Brunts Academy

SMSC stands for spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. All schools (including Academies and Independent schools) in England must show a commitment to promoting the following aspects:

Spiritual:  Explore beliefs and experience; respect faiths, feelings and values; enjoy learning about oneself, others and the surrounding world; use imagination and creativity; reflect.

Moral:  Recognise right and wrong; respect the law; understand consequences; investigate moral and ethical issues; offer reasoned views.

Social:  Investigate and moral issues; appreciate diverse viewpoints; participate, volunteer and cooperate; resolve conflict; engage with the fundamental values of British democracy.

Cultural:  Appreciate cultural influences; appreciate the role of Britain’s parliamentary system; participate in culture opportunities; understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity.

Fundamnetal British Values as part of SMSC 

Democracy:

The promotion of democracy is extensive within the Academy. Pupils have the opportunity to have their voices heard through our School Council, tutor representatives and pupil questionnaires. The elections of school councillors are based solely on pupil votes. 

Mutual Respect:

Brunts has high expectations of pupils, reflected in the Behaviour Policy and the Vision that underpins the work of the Academy. The Academy core and character building values allow pupils to engage more with others; staff, pupils and the community. Mutual respect is promoted through all lessons, registration and assemblies. 

Tolerance of those of Different Faiths and Beliefs:

This is achieved through enhancing pupils understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society and community. Diversity is celebrated throughout the school for example our Black History and Culture days.

The Rule of Law:

The importance of Laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the Academy, or the country are consistently reinforced throughout regular school days, as well as when dealing with behavior. Pupils are taught the value and reasons behind laws, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities this involves and the consequences when laws are broken. 

Individual Liberty:

Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. As an Academy, we educate and provide boundaries for young pupils to make choices through provision of a safe environment and empowering education. Pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and advise how to exercise these safely, for example through our PSHE programme. 

More information can be found here: Promoting fundamental British values through SMSC - GOV.UK

Assemblies are planned for the year however these are open to change due to any local or national events that need a focus.