We promote ‘British Values’ through our spiritual, moral, social and cultural education which permeates through the school’s curriculum and supports the development of the ‘whole child’.

We recognise that such development is most successful when those values and attitudes are promoted by all the staff and provide a model of behaviour for our pupils.

The curriculum in all phases offers broad and balanced opportunities. Cultural appreciation and development forms part of our curriculum. We place great emphasis on providing encounters and participation in events and celebrations to broaden all pupils ‘experiences and awareness of others’.

Our assemblies help all pupils to find out about themselves and others linking their lives to the communities in which they belong. Our Safeguarding Policy entrusts a duty of core on all our staff to actively protect and promote the welfare of children at all times.

Pupils are encouraged to experience British Culture through our curriculum themes. For example, pupils have visited local places e.g. the library, Hardwick Hall and Bolsover Council. As a school, we take part in sporting activities which helps to instil ‘fair play’ and engender a ‘team spirit’. Although some of our pupils may find it difficult to articulate their feelings and concerns; staff are attuned to changes in demeanour and wellbeing that may indicate anxiety. Alternative communication systems such as Makaton, signs and symbols are used where appropriate to support students to communicate effectively with others.