SMSC

What is SMSC?

It is the Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development of the children in our school. This is not a separate subject that is taught explicitly but an aspect of learning that should be present in lessons and behaviour in school. Some lessons lend themselves more easily to direct SMSC development such as PSHE and RE. We also aim to develop SMSC through collective worship, behaviour expectations and our attitudes in school. 

How do we ensure there are opportunities for SMSC development?

At St St Peter's C of E Primary School we recognise that the personal development of children, spiritually, morally, socially and culturally, plays a significant part in their ability to learn and achieve. We want to give each child the opportunity to explore social and moral issues; develop a sense of social and moral responsibility and promote the British Values. We therefore aim to provide an education that provides children with opportunities to explore and develop:

• Their own values and beliefs

• Their own spiritual awareness

• Their own high standards of personal behaviour

• Their team and collaborative skills

• A positive, caring attitude towards other people

• An understanding of their social and cultural traditions

• An understanding of democratic processes and the law in England

• An appreciation and acceptance of the diversity and richness of their cultures

• Their opportunities to experience other cultures

• Their ability to celebrate each other’s successes

• Their access to a range of educational visits

Links with the Wider Community

• Visitors are welcomed into our school

• Links with the local churches are fostered

• Visits to places of worship of other faiths will be arranged to support the understanding of different cultures

• The school supports the work of a variety of charities

• The development of a strong home-school agreement is regarded as very important, enabling parents and teachers to work in an effective partnership to support the children

• Children will be taught to appreciate and take responsibility for their local environment

• Liaison with local secondary schools to support the primary curriculum and effective transition, takes place regularly

• Strong pupil voice is ensured through school council, wellbeing council and the worship crew.