Citizenship is about learning how to be a responsible, respectful and active member of society.
From the early years, pupils build on their personal experiences and early learning goals to learn how to stay safe and healthy, care for their environment, and make good choices. They begin to explore their own and others’ feelings, understand the importance of kindness and fairness, and develop key social skills such as sharing, resolving conflicts and standing up to bullying.
As children move into Key Stage Two, they grow in maturity, independence and confidence. They learn about the wider world, the connections between communities, and how their actions can affect local, national and global issues. They develop a stronger sense of social justice and moral responsibility, and are supported through the changes of puberty and their transition to secondary school.
Throughout the school, we offer a range of leadership opportunities – including the School Council, Green Council, a Children’s Rights Group, Lunch Leaders, Playground Buddies and Librarians – so that all pupils can practise active citizenship, take responsibility, and make a real difference in their school and beyond.
