British Values 
A key part of our vision is to ensure that pupils leave Knightlow with the knowledge, understanding and emotional intelligence that will allow them to flourish and play an active and positive role in our diverse society.
Every school must 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.’
Promoting British Values at Knightlow
Democracy
Pupil voice is very important at Knightlow. Pupils are routinely asked their opinions and suggestions, and these are taken seriously.
Within school, pupils have roles of responsibility. Head pupils and School Councillors are selected through a democratic process and these pupils make a valuable contribution to the development of the school. The understanding of democracy as a concept is taught through our curriculum, particularly through the areas of Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) and history.
The Rule of Law
Throughout their time at school, pupils develop their understanding of what is right and what is wrong. We have high expectations, our Guiding Lights, that pupils understand and adhere to. Pupils understand why these expectations are important and older pupils encourage younger pupils to meet them.
Through daily school life, restorative practice and explicitly in PSHE lessons, pupils develop their understanding of actions, responsibilities and consequences. Pupils are taught to 'do the right thing' through all areas of school life. Visits from/to authorities such as the police, fire service and Parliament are regular parts of our curriculum and help reinforce this message.
Tolerance of those of Different Faiths and Beliefs
This is achieved through enhancing pupils’ understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society and by giving them opportunities to experience such diversity. Learning about a wide range of different worldviews and religions in Religious Education and supporting discussions around the issue of prejudice in PSHE offers these opportunities, as well as planning trips to local places of worship and inviting those from different faiths to assemblies.
Mutual Respect
It is an expectation at Knightlow, that the school community demonstrate a respectful attitude at all times. Discussions, assemblies, team games in Physical Education and PSHE & RSE lessons across the school help to reinforce this message. Bullying is not tolerated, and pupils are taught about the different types of bullying, why they might occur and discuss possible strategies for dealing with incidents should they witness any. In the early years, children begin to develop their understanding of others through planned learning opportunities within the areas of ‘Understanding the World’ and ‘Personal, Social and Emotional Development’.
Individual Liberty
We wholeheartedly support the aims enshrined in the UNICEF Rights of the Child and promote these through the PSHE & RSE curriculum (including the Taking Care Project) and the work of our supportive staff.
Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. From the earliest age, pupils exercise individual freedoms through their child-initiated learning. As a school, we educate and provide boundaries for young pupils to make choices safely through the provision of a safe environment and empowering education.
Pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and are advised how to exercise these safely.
Class and Collective Worship
Collective worship is focussed on our school values which link to the British Values. Through collective worship, pupils learn explore a wide range of values, such as compassion, forgiveness, respect and trust.
Weekly Class Worship is based around Primary Picture News, which always focuses on a specific British Value linked to a big question or current affairs. This gives children the opportunity to link their understanding of British Values to what is happening in the world around them.