British Values
The DfE have reinforced the need “to create and enforce a clear and rigorous expectation on all schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.”
The Government set out its definition of British values in the 2011 Prevent Strategy, and these values have been reiterated in 2014.
At Wheeler Primary School we promote British Values in lots of different ways. We want our children to be active citizens who have a knowledge and understanding of democracy and British rule of law.
We expect all members of our school community to show each other mutual respect and to demonstrate tolerance of culture and faith.
We also work hard to help our children understand that they have rights and responsibilities as citizens of modern Britain.
It is a safe and happy place to learn.
I think the best thing about being a Wheeler pupil is that all of the staff listen and care about you
Being at Wheeler is like being part of a family and that makes learning fun
Everyone cares for each other and that every teacher adds a little bit of fun into every lesson
Pupils enjoy coming to Wheeler Primary School every day.
The best thing is having someone to go to when you’re upset
Pupils in key stage 2 talk confidently about a wide range of authors and texts they have read.
Pupils are excited about adding experiences to their ‘Bag for Life’.
Throughout my time at Wheeler, I have been given so many opportunities to experience and learn new things
Leaders and teachers have high expectations for every child.
Classrooms are calm and purposeful places for pupils to learn.
Parents say that the school is ‘fantastic’ and that staff ‘greet the children come hail, rain or shine’ every morning as they arrive.
Leaders give pupils the opportunity to complete well-planned and exciting
activities, such as performing in front of an audience, in order to create a ‘bag’ full of life experiences as they progress through the school. .
The leader’s vision for the school is demonstrated in the way pupils behave
The teachers are so supportive they help and guide you all the way through the year
The school has made recent changes to the teaching
of phonics to help pupils get off to the best start with their reading.
The staff are really encouraging. They always help us to be the best we can be
Leaders are passionate about preparing pupils to be good citizens for the world beyond Wheeler Primary School
Pupils are proud to be part of the Wheeler family.
Leaders have designed and implemented an ambitious and well-planned curriculum.
They want pupils to ‘Be Respectful, Responsible and Resilient in Learning and Life’
The support that leaders provide for families is a strength of the school.
The pastoral team works well together to ensure that pupils are safe.
There are
opportunities for pupils to attend different clubs and raise funds for charities
Pupils report that bullying is rare, but if it happens, staff will sort it out quickly and fairly.
Pupils are encouraged to develop a positive attitude towards themselves and others.
Pupils take books home which contain the sounds that they are learning in class. This gives them plenty of practice.