The Key British Values are:

• democracy 
• rule of law 
• individual liberty 
• mutual respect 
• tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs 

Millbridge Primary actively promotes British values through modelling values through what we say and do, teaching British Values explicitly and implicitly through our curriculum and Collective Worship and challenging pupils, staff or parents who express opinions contrary to British values.

Democracy – what do we do?

Provide pupils with a broad general knowledge of, and promote respect for, public institutions and services.

Teach pupils how they can influence decision-making through the democratic process.

Include in the curriculum information on the advantages and disadvantages of democracy and how it works in Britain.

Teach pupils the history of democracy, such as through history topics on Ancient Greece or inspirational women in history.

Encourage pupils to become involved in decision-making processes and ensure they are listened to in school, such as through the School Council.

Hold ‘mock elections’ so pupils learn how to argue and defend points of view.

Help pupils to express their views, including through safe spaces (reading corners in every classroom) and circle time.

Model how perceived injustice can be peacefully challenged.

Democracy is shown through history topics such as the Vikings and Saxons.

Rule of law – what do we do?

Ensure school values and expectations are clear and fair.

Promote our simple behaviour policy (Ready, Respectful, Safe)

Use of praise and reward to promote positive consequences.

Use of consequences to encourage pupils to take ownership of own behaviour.

Help pupils to distinguish right from wrong.

Help pupils to respect the law and the basis on which it is made.

Help pupils to understand that living under the rule of law protects individuals.

Include visits from the police across the year.

Teach pupils aspects of both civil and criminal law and discuss how this might differ from some religious laws

Individual liberty – what do we do?

Support pupils to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence

Strong focus on pupils developing own self-discipline by replacing rules with values - supporting children to adopt them independently.

Encourage pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour, as well as knowing their rights.

Model freedom of speech through pupil participation, while ensuring protection of vulnerable pupils and promoting critical analysis of evidence.

Challenge stereotypes.

Implement a strong anti-bullying culture

E-Safety lessons through school.

Respect and tolerance and mutual respect – what do we do?

Promote respect for individual differences.

Help pupils to acquire an understanding of, and respect for, their own and other cultures and ways of life, particularly through Kirklees Agreed RE Curriculum

• Challenge prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour.
• Organise visits to places of worship.
• Develop links with faith and other communities through RE and working alongside children and their families.
• Learning to disagree in a respectful way (Peaceful Problem Solving).
• Solve conflict through restorative justice practices.
• Develop critical personal thinking skills.