Spiritual, Moral, Social & Cultural

What is SMSC?

SMSC stands for spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. All schools in England must show how well their pupils develop in SMSC.

• Spiritual: Exploring different beliefs and experiences; respect faiths, feelings and values; enjoy learning about oneself, others and the surrounding world; use imagination and creativity; reflect.
• Moral: Recognising right and wrong; respecting the law; understand consequences; investigate moral and ethical issues; offer reasoned views.
• Social: Use a range of social skills; participate in the local community; appreciate diverse viewpoints; participate, volunteer and cooperate; resolve conflict; engage with the ‘British values’ of democracy, the rule of law, liberty, respect and tolerance.
• Cultural: Appreciating cultural influences; appreciate the role of Britain’s parliamentary system; participate in cultural opportunities; understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity.

British Values:

• Democracy
• The rule of law.
• Individual liberty.
• Mutual respect for and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and for those without faith.

The promotion of British Values permeates all areas of the Curriculum at Newfield Park. Please see the document below for some examples of how we deliver both SMSC and British Values.