Social, Moral, Spiritual, Cultural (SMSC)

How is SMSC (Spritual, Moral, Social and Cultural) learning promoted at Easingwold Primary School?

SMSC is something that we work hard to promote at Easingwold Primary School. We link our work in this area with the promotion of British Modern Values which include:

Individual Liberty
Tolerance of other faiths and beliefs
The Rule of Law
Democracy

The table below demonstrates how each of the SMSC strands are actively promoted across the school and curriculum.

Spiritual Development	Moral Development	Social Development	Cultural Development
This will aid the insights, principles, beliefs, attitudes and values which guide, motivate and influence us. We aim to develop an understanding of feelings and emotions which support reflection and learning.	This will help children to build a framework of moral values which regulate their personal behaviour. We aim to develop children’s understanding of society’s shared and agreed values. We also aim for children to understand and develop opinions about the range of views and the reasons for that range.	This will promote opportunities for the children to work effectively with each other and participate successfully in the community. It involves the inter-personal skills for successful relationships and the development of skills and personal qualities necessary for living and working together.	This is how the school develops pupil’s understanding and respect of cultures, including their own, and reject discrimination based on differences. It also fosters an eagerness to participate in new experiences and to develop awareness of music, art, dance and literature, etc. in different cultures.
Provision	Provision	Provision	Provision
Religious Education Assemblies (see Assembly Schedule in British Modern Values Section)	Religious Education Behaviour Policy School Ethos Charitable Work and Fundraising Assemblies	PSHE Pupil Voice and Pupil Responsibilities Enrichment Days Community Events Nurture Groups	Assemblies Access to the Arts MfL Library Project
Evidence	Evidence	Evidence	Evidence
- An RE curriculum that promotes knowledge, tolerance and understanding of different faiths - Whole school assemblies which focus on key values - Outdoor learning - Residential visits – Edinburgh, Camping, Bewerley Park, East Barnby - Harvest Festival - PSHCE curriculum - Nurture groups - ‘Open the Book’ assemblies - Opportunities to reflect on experiences	- RE curriculum - PSHE curriculum - Age-appropriate leadership responsibilities - Anti-bullying week - Whole school assemblies which focus on key values - Pupil Voice activities - Mini Leadership Team - Peer Mentors - Singing in the local community - Individual behaviour plans and personal behaviour targets - Charity appeals - After-school clubs - Achievement awards - Attendance awards - Rewarding expressions of moral insights and good behaviour - Nurture groups – strong emphasis on social and moral development	- Mini Leadership Team - After-school clubs, e.g. athletics, choir, art - Lunchtime clubs, e.g. golf, hockey - Educational Visits - Visitors to school - PSHCE curriculum - Transition visits and events - Charity events, e.g. Comic Relief, Save the Children – jumper day - Library - School concerts, e.g. Summer Serenade, Carol Service - Community concerts, e.g. town carol service - Sports Days	- Arts curriculum - MFL curriculum - Displays around school - Art-themed days, e.g. World Book Day - School Trips, e.g. Young Voices concert, Pantomime (KS1) - Visits to a variety of places of worship - Anti-bullying week - Peripatetic music lessons provided
Impact	Impact	Impact	Impact
- Children start to show empathy and show ability to reflect on their own and others’ achievements - Children develop attitudes, values and principles - There is an increased ability for children to empathise with others and see beyond the self - Children have a respect for themselves and others - Children have an awareness and understanding of their own and others’ beliefs	- Children have more confidence in themselves and in their community - Children are able to give reasons for things being right or wrong - Children behave well in school and there is a positive ethos. Pupils look after each other and take responsibility for each other and any conflicts are resolved quickly and effectively - Children have very clear values which impact on their behaviour; they have a definite sense of what is right and what is wrong - Children enjoy celebrating others’ achievements and have opportunities to feel proud of themselves and others	- Children are able to socialise with a wide range of people - Children build positive relationships with peers and staff - Children’s horizons are widened and aspirations explored - Children feel that they have a say in what happens in our school - Children exercise responsibility	- Children are aware of people from different cultural backgrounds to their own which helps to contribute to a positive atmosphere in school - Children have an understanding of a world outside of their own - Children feel they have opportunities to showcase their diverse talents and feel valued for their achievements - Children experience opportunities for awe and wonder

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