British Values at Batheaston Church School
Together Achieving Our Best – Every Child, Every Day
At Batheaston Church School, we believe every child is special and important. We want our school to be a place where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. We follow the government’s guidance to help children learn about British Values,. These values help us to build a happy, caring school where we can all achieve our best.
- Democracy
- The Rule of Law
- Individual Liberty
- Mutual Respect
- Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs
Democracy
We teach children that everyone’s voice matters.
- Children are encouraged to share their ideas and opinions
- We listen carefully to each other in class discussions
- Our School Council helps children take part in making decisions
- Pupils learn that voting is a fair way to make choices
The Rule of Law
We help children understand that rules keep us safe and happy.
- We have clear, fair school rules that everyone follows
- Children learn why rules are important at school and in the wider world
- We talk about choices and consequences
- Positive behaviour is encouraged and celebrated
Individual Liberty
We support children to make their own choices safely.
- Children are encouraged to be independent and confident
- They learn how to make safe and positive choices
- Online safety is taught so children know how to stay safe
- Pupils are given opportunities to choose activities and challenges
Mutual Respect
Respect is at the heart of our school.
- We treat everyone with kindness and fairness
- We celebrate that everyone is different and special
- Children learn that their actions affect others
We work closely with our church and community to build respect
Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs
We celebrate people’s differences and learn from each other.
- Children learn about different religions and cultures
- We explore celebrations such as Christmas, Eid, Diwali, and more
- Visitors and stories help children understand different ways of life
- Children are encouraged to be open-minded and accepting
Our Aim
At Batheaston Church School, we want our children to grow into kind, respectful, and thoughtful individuals who:
- Care about others
- Celebrate differences
- Work together
- And always try their best
Because together, we are:
Achieving Our Best – Every Child, Every Day
Click on the link below for examples of the British Values in our School: