At Sacred Heart we are committed to enriching the lives of students through a lived out experience of Christian Values. These are the Gospel values of love of neighbour, charity, tolerance, kindness, respect for the value of each individual and an awareness of the presence of God.

In addition to this, we also recognise that as British Citizens we are also committed to a very clear set of rights, responsibilities and values otherwise referred to as ‘British Values’.

What are British Values?

There are five fundamental British Values. These can be seen below:

At Sacred Heart, we are committed to preparing pupils for life in modern Britain. Teaching British Values helps our pupils develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to become responsible, respectful, and active members of society. These values are woven throughout school life, helping pupils understand how they contribute to a safe, inclusive, and successful community.

Are British Values Important?

Teaching British Values supports pupils in developing a strong moral compass and an understanding of their role within society. By learning about these principles, our pupils gain:

• A sense of belonging within their school, local community, and wider society.
• An understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
• Respect for diversity and different viewpoints.
• Confidence to express their opinions appropriately.
• The ability to make informed and responsible choices.
• Skills to build positive relationships with others.

How are pupils at Sacred Heart taught the British Values?

British Values and taught and referred to across our curriculum throughout each year group. The teaching of British Values features prominently in our PSHE+ curriculum which is taught to all pupils in school. British Values also form part of regular activities in Form Time and are linked to recent local, national and international news articles and stories that are relevant to our pupils. In addition to this, British Values are linked to year group assemblies and in our weekly celebration of the word that also takes place in form time. Individual subject areas also make links to British Values when they are clear and obvious to help our pupils understand how British Values can be used and applied in different contexts.

By teaching and promoting British Values, we help pupils develop into thoughtful, respectful, and responsible citizens. These values equip children with the skills they need to thrive in school, contribute positively to their communities, and succeed in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world.