SMSC & British Values

At Roby Park Primary School, SMSC sits at the heart of learning. We weave opportunities for reflection, discussion and action through lessons, assemblies and wider school life. We draw on the full curriculum, current events in school and beyond, and our Roby Park values to help children understand themselves, others and the world they live in.

 

What SMSC looks like at Roby Park

Social

• Developing personal qualities and strong social skills
• Participating, co‑operating and resolving conflicts fairly
• Understanding how communities work and the part we play in them

Moral

• Recognising right and wrong and applying it in daily life
• Exploring moral values and ethical issues; understanding consequences of actions
• Learning from clear codes of conduct and role models

Spiritual

• Experiencing awe and wonder and reflecting on big questions
• Understanding feelings and emotions; developing self‑knowledge
• Using imagination and creativity in learning and play

Cultural

• Exploring and respecting diversity in our local and wider community
• Participating in cultural activities and celebrating traditions and festivals
• Exploring the values and beliefs of others; appreciating influences on our own identity

 

Promoting British Values

We actively promote the fundamental British values of:

• Democracy
• Rule of law
• Individual liberty
• Mutual respect
• Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

We do this through daily opportunities, assemblies, pupil leadership roles (such as School SMART Council and Eco‑Committee), PSHE and RE, and through a broad and balanced curriculum that creates real contexts for discussion and action.

 

How these values are lived in our school

Democracy

• Class and whole‑school votes, with School SMART Council members elected annually
• Pupil voice activities (e.g., questionnaires and surveys)
• Year 6 monitors leading aspects of school life (Assembly Monitors, Lunch Buddies, Playground Leaders, House Captains)

Rule of Law

• Clear expectations for behaviour, reinforced daily and supported by our Rainbow Chart system
• Learning why rules and laws matter—protection, responsibility, consequences
• Visits and workshops with Community Police and the Fire Service

Individual Liberty

• Pupils make safe, informed choices within a supportive environment
• Teaching about rights, responsibilities and safety (including Online Safety and PSHE)
• Freedom to choose extra‑curricular clubs and to lead assemblies

Mutual Respect

• A community built on respect and responsibility for everyone
• Weekly assembly themes linked to values, with visible reminders around school
• Adults and children alike are expected—and supported—to treat others with dignity

Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs

• A curriculum that introduces diverse cultures, texts and perspectives
• World Religion Days, visits to places of worship and celebration of major festivals
• Marking key events such as Black History Month and Friendship Week
• Assemblies that promote inclusion and challenge prejudice

 

Learning beyond the classroom

We set creative homework projects through our Junior Dukes Programme.