Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Education

At the Crescent we recognise that the personal development of pupils, spiritually, morally, socially and culturally, plays a significant part in their ability to learn and achieve. We aim to ensure the developments in S.M.S.C are delivered to all our pupils through a wide range of teaching and learning experiences throughout each subject within the National Curriculum.

As a school we aim to provide learning opportunities that will enable pupils to:

Spiritual Development

• Sustain their self-esteem in their learning experience.
• Develop their capacity for critical and independent thought.
• Foster their emotional life and express their feelings.
• Experience moments of stillness and reflection.
• Discuss their beliefs, feelings, values and responses to personal experiences.
• Form and maintain worthwhile and satisfying relationships.
• Reflect on, consider and celebrate the wonders and mysteries of life.

Moral development

• Recognise the unique value of each individual.

• Listen and respond appropriately to the views of others.
• Gain the confidence to cope with setbacks and learn from mistakes.
• Take initiative and act responsibly with consideration for others.
• Distinguish between right and wrong.
• Show respect for the environment.
• Take action for justice.
• Make informed and independent judgments.

Social Development

• Develop an understanding of their individual and group identity.
• Learn about service in the schooland wider community.
• Develop an understanding of the importance of turn taking, co-operative play, partner talk and group work
   

Cultural Development

• Recognise the value and richness of cultural diversity in Britain, and howthese influence individuals and society.
• Develop an understanding of their social and cultural environment.
• Develop an understanding of Britain's local, national, European, Commonwealth and global dimensions.