Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development

At Firs Primary School, our SMSC development runs throughout our curriculum.

• Spiritual – Children will explore beliefs, experiences and faiths, feelings and values. Children will enjoy learning about themselves and others, using their imagination and creativity to reflect on experiences.
• Moral – Children will recognise right and wrong and respect the law. Children will understand what is meant by consequences and they will investigate moral and ethical issues.
• Social – Children will use a range of social skills to participate in the local community and beyond. They will learn to appreciate diverse viewpoints and understand how to resolve conflict.
• Cultural – Children will appreciate cultural influences and understand the role of Britain’s parliamentary system. Children will participate in culture opportunities and understand, accept and resect diversity.

British Values

Fundamental British Values underpin what it is to be a citizen in a modern and diverse Great Britain valuing our community and celebrating diversity of the UK. These values are Democracy, Rule of Law, Respect and Tolerance, Individual Liberty.

• Democracy – Children will understand what it is like to be part of a system where everyone plays an equal part.
• Rule of law – Children will learn that all people, and institutions, are accountable for their actions and behaviour.
• Respect and Tolerance – Children will learn to respect and tolerate others opinions and behaviours.
• Individual liberty – Children will be free to express their views and ideas. The school is currently a Rights Respecting gold badge school.