British Values, Ethos and Cultural Capital
At the heart of our school’s ethos is a deep commitment to fostering an environment where every child can thrive, not just academically, but as a responsible, compassionate, and active citizen in an ever changing world. In order to support our rich curriculum and to prepare our children for future learning and life we explicitly weave the fundamental British Values, cutural capital, spiritual, social and moral aspects of learning into the fabric of our school life, ensuring they actively support and enrich our own core values.
| PROUD TO WORK, LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER. | ||||
| SMSC | Spiritual
Enabling the children to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence |
Social
Enabling children to acquire knowledge and respect for public institutions and services in England. Encouraging children to accept responsibility for their behaviour, show initiative and understand how they can make a positive contributions to the school and society |
Moral
Enabling children to distinguish between right and wrong and respect the criminal law of England. |
Cultural
Tolerance and harmony between cultures and traditions and by encouraging children to acquire an appreciation and respect for all. |
| British values | Individual Liberty | Mutual respect
Tolerance of those with different faiths Democracy |
The rule of law
Democracy |
Mutual respect Tolerance of those with different faiths |
| Current provision | Restorative practice
Supportive team approach WEB work across the school RE meditation Mindfulness activities available at wet playtimes . Every class has a safe space-nest Swimming pool provision Forest schools appreciation of nature Y6 Computing Curriculum – Digital Citizenship Well being in Mind project |
Restorative practice
Team ethos Clubs – music and sports related Open doors prior to parent evening Volunteering- supporting PTA at summer and Christmas fair etc. Parent engagement – Art show etc Choir and orchestra Yorkshire dance festival Home visits and stay and play and phonics/ reading sessions which include reading with your child opportunities. Links with OAP home Strength of PSHE curriculum Y6 PSHE Curriculum – Respecting Ourselves and Others / Belonging to a Community / Friendships and Families Y6 – Extra PSHE sessions around ‘consent’ Y6 Computing Curriculum – Digital Citizenship |
Restorative practice – use of the reflection sheet following pay back
Team ethos SRE -right to say no Year 6 drugs and alcohol work Solution circles EYFS philosophy for children Assembly themes Hub work School Council Bikeability- rules of the road Support from PCSO Y6 – Extra PSHE sessions around ‘consent’ Y6 Computing Curriculum – Digital Citizenship Parliament Ambassador programme- A David |
Restorative practice
Team ethos World food week and display RE curriculum-York syllabus Specialist teacher for Spanish also newly developed German Club Y6 PSHE Curriculum – Respecting Ourselves and Others / Belonging to a Community / Friendships and Families |
| Cultural capital | Music lessons:flute, violin, woodwind, rock and pop, drums and guitar. Orchestra, choir and rock and pops band open to all of KS2.
Open the Book assembly offer Yo Yo and local church connections (St Mary’s) Y6 – Huntington Aspirations Fair Young Voices |
Armed forces liaison support and newsletter- remembrance day service. Our Service Buddies
Fire and police service link- drone, fire engine, community officer drop in. School Council visit to the Houses of Parliament Cook school afternoon tea for the class member who has demonstrated the school values for the half term. Toy box -birth certificate appeal Visit from immigration judge – Y6 and School Council. Y6 entry to the York Lions ‘ROAR’ competition (entrepreneurial) |
Support for charity and local events-CIN, local summer fair, Salvation Army and Trussel Trust food bank. Toy Box.
Visit from immigration judge – Y6 and School Council. |
Visitors to talk about their faith- Hindu, Jewish
Inclusion- BSL in FS2 and Y1 and 2 Signing Clubs per week in school. Students from Austria Christingle service Reflected in Cook School activities. Cultures week Opera performance for KS2 |
