British Values
British Values
The Bloomington Academy School is committed to serving its community. It recognizes the multi-cultural, multi faith and ever-changing nature of the United Kingdom. It also understands the vital role it has, in ensuring that groups or individuals within the school are not subjected to intimidation or radicalization by those wishing to influence them unduly, or illegally whether that be by deliberate act or their own background. It follows equal opportunities guidance which guarantees that there will be no discrimination against any individual or group, regardless of faith, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, political or financial status, or similar. TBAC is dedicated to preparing pupils for the next stage in life beyond the curriculum and ensures that it promotes and reinforces British Values to all its pupils.
Our aim is to inculcate in our pupils, all aspects of life which do not conflict with any of the 5 British Values as set out below.
The five British Values
Democracy
Processes of democracy are taught by way of actions; all classes follow class rules, during group lessons pupils make choices about activities and the most popular is encouraging responsibility and respect among peers.
Rule of Law
High expectations govern the classes, learning environments and wider school community and these expectations are consistently adhered to and monitored, to improve pupils’ behavior and conduct through bespoke programs. Clear consequences are in place when rules are broken. The Secondary and Sixth Form curricula, where appropriate, include some experience of the law. All pupils leave school, having undertaken the ASDAN Citizenship program.
Individual Liberty
Pupils make individual choices within a safe, secure, and supportive environment. Pupils are encouraged to speak up about their individual needs.
Mutual Respect
Reinforced by the positive role models and interaction of staff at all levels and visiting members of the community, the school emphasizes the core values. Pupils frequently participate in fundraising events for local, national, and international charities, through school-focused charity events.
Tolerance of different Faiths and Beliefs
Regular visits, themed activities and sometimes visitors including parents support the children’s learning about faiths and beliefs. Our PSHE / SMSC / RE work celebrates elements of culture and festivals across all faiths represented within our School.