British Values and Prevent at Tyntesfield

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At Tyntesfield Primary School, we are proud to serve our local community. We understand that the United Kingdom is diverse and always changing. Our school community includes people from many cultures, faiths and backgrounds, and we value and respect these differences.

We are committed to keeping everyone safe. This includes making sure that no child or adult is treated unfairly, intimidated or influenced in a harmful way. We work hard to promote kindness, respect and understanding, and to protect our pupils from radical or extremist views.

 

Equality and Inclusion

We follow equal opportunities guidance so that no one is treated unfairly. There is no discrimination based on:

  • faith or belief

  • ethnicity or culture

  • gender or sexuality

  • political views

  • family or financial background

At Tyntesfield, we prepare pupils for life in modern Britain. This is not just through lessons, but through everyday school life. We actively teach and promote British Values so that pupils grow into confident, respectful and responsible citizens.

British Values

British Values

The Department for Education requires schools to actively promote British Values, as set out in the government’s Prevent Strategy (2011).

The five British Values are:

  • Democracy

  • The rule of law

  • Individual liberty

  • Mutual respect

  • Tolerance of different faiths and beliefs

These values are taught through our curriculum and through daily life at school.

 

How We Promote British Values

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  • Democracy

    We help pupils understand that their voice matters.

    • An active Pupil Parliament, with departments such as Education, Environment and Health, where pupils help make decisions

    • Pupil Health Champions who support wellbeing across the school

    • Regular discussions where pupils share ideas and opinions

    • Opportunities to listen to and respect different viewpoints

    • Year 6 Prefect roles, giving pupils responsibility and leadership

    • Parent questionnaires and forums to share views and ideas

    • Governors take part in key school decisions

  • The Rule of Law

    We help pupils understand why rules are important and how they keep everyone safe.

    • A clear behaviour system based on Rights and Responsibilities, created with pupils

    • Class expectations agreed together and revisited daily

    • Positive reward systems that encourage good choices

    • Strong links with the local PCSO and police

    • A Home–School Agreement shared with families

  • Individual Liberty

    We support pupils to make safe choices and express themselves.

    • A strong behaviour policy rooted in school values

    • Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning

    • A whole‑school Kindness Policy

    • Wellness Wednesdays and Gratitude Journals

    • A caring and open school culture

    • An open‑door policy for parents and carers

    • A strong pastoral team to support wellbeing and friendships

    • A child‑friendly safeguarding policy so pupils know how to get help

  • Mutual Respect

    We teach pupils to treat everyone with kindness and respect.

    • Home–School Agreement

    • Peer feedback that is kind, helpful and supportive

    • Sharing and celebrating achievements across different classes and year groups

    • Team‑based rewards linked to school values

    • Daily opportunities to work together and learn from each other

  • Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs

    We celebrate diversity and promote understanding.

    • Learning about different cultures, religions and beliefs through the curriculum

    • Following the SACRE Religious Education syllabus

    • Visits to places of worship

    • Cultural celebration events, such as International Evening

    • Pupils are encouraged to share their own beliefs and traditions

    • Religious observance is respected, including fasting and authorised absence

    • Assemblies focused on respect, equality and understanding
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Prevent

Prevent

What is Prevent?

Prevent is part of the government’s counter‑terrorism strategy (CONTEST). Its aim is to:

  • stop people from being drawn into terrorism

  • protect individuals from extremist views

  • provide support where there are concerns

 

Prevent in School

Safeguarding is a top priority at Tyntesfield Primary School. Our child protection procedures follow national guidance and local authority safeguarding arrangements.

All staff are trained to:

  • recognise signs of vulnerability or concern

  • know how and where to report concerns

  • support pupils who may be at risk

Where needed, concerns can be referred through Channel, a multi‑agency safeguarding programme that provides early support for children and families.

 

Role of Staff and Governors

  • Staff and governors receive regular Prevent and safeguarding training

  • Leaders assess possible risks to pupils and take action when needed

  • Governors ensure policies and procedures are followed correctly

  • Our school works closely with outside agencies to keep children safe