Herrick Motto
We always try our best, challenge ourselves and feel excited to learn new things every day.
We care about how others feel, listen to them and always help someone in need.
We choose to be honest and do the right thing, even when no one is watching us.
We never give up when things get tricky, but instead we keep trying and learn from our mistakes.
How Herrick Promotes the British Values
Children will be taught the five fundamental British values and will be taught to understand the significance of these in their everyday lives.
Democracy - what do we do at Herrick?
Provide pupils with a broad general knowledge public institutions and services and promote respect for these.
Teach pupils how they can influence decision-making through the democratic process.
Within the curriculum we provide information about the advantages and disadvantages of democracy and how it works in Britain.
Encourage pupils to become involved in decision-making processes and ensure they are listened to in school by helping them to express their views.
Provide opportunities for learning where pupils are able to argue and defend their points of view .
The rule of law - what do we do at Herrick?
Ensure school rules and expectations are clear and fair.
Class rules and rewards for adhering to these rules.
Help pupils to distinguish right from wrong.
Help pupils to respect the law and the basis on which it is made.
Help pupils to understand that living under the rule of law protects individuals.
Tolerance of those of different faiths - what do we do at Herrick?
Help pupils to acquire an understanding of, and respect for, their own and other cultures and ways of life.
Challenge prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour.
Organise visits to places of worship and develop awareness of faith through religious education.
Mutual respect - what do we do at Herrick?
Promote respect for individual differences and educate children to perceive these differences positively.
Teach children to disagree in a respectful way.
Develop critical personal thinking skills in order to rationalise.
Individual liberty - what do we do at Herrick?
Assist pupils in developing their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence.
Encourage pupils to be aware of their rights and to take responsibility for their actions.
Model freedom of speech and challenge stereotypes.
E-Safety throughout school.
Download the Herrick British Values Policy