Fundamental British Values in the Early Years
The DfE have recently reinforced the need to “create and enforce a clear 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 were reiterated in 2014.
At Upottery Pre-school CIO we reinforce these values regularly through the daily activities of the children whilst they are at Pre-school. For example:
Democracy – Children are always listened to and are taught to listen to each other, share, take turns and make decisions together.
The Rule of Law – Children are taught the importance of rules in ensuring that everyone is kept safe, and staff ensure that the same rules apply to everyone. Children learn to distinguish right from wrong.
Individual Liberty – Children are encouraged to make choices and give their opinions; learning that we all experience things differently and have different opinions.
Mutual Respect and Tolerance - Children are taught to understand how their behaviour might affect others. Respect is shown to all children and children in turn learn to respect each other and others in the wider community. Children and families who are members of different faiths and religions are encouraged to share their experiences and different festivals with the wider Pre-school.
The DfE have recently reinforced the need to “create and enforce a clear 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 were reiterated in 2014.
At Upottery Pre-school CIO we reinforce these values regularly through the daily activities of the children whilst they are at Pre-school. For example:
Democracy – Children are always listened to and are taught to listen to each other, share, take turns and make decisions together.
The Rule of Law – Children are taught the importance of rules in ensuring that everyone is kept safe, and staff ensure that the same rules apply to everyone. Children learn to distinguish right from wrong.
Individual Liberty – Children are encouraged to make choices and give their opinions; learning that we all experience things differently and have different opinions.
Mutual Respect and Tolerance - Children are taught to understand how their behaviour might affect others. Respect is shown to all children and children in turn learn to respect each other and others in the wider community. Children and families who are members of different faiths and religions are encouraged to share their experiences and different festivals with the wider Pre-school.