Rule of Law

At Shoreside Primary School, we strive to make educated and impactful citizens of the future. One way in which this is developed, is through an in depth understanding of the Rule of Law. Children are taught that living under the rule of law protects individual citizens and that it is essential for their well-being and safety. An important part of British values is the understanding that any society or community can only work well, and protect all its members, if there are rules which everyone is expected to follow.

In order to support our children’s development in their understanding of the rule of law, we use the following.

• We have clear school rules and high expectations, with concise consequences and rewards, ensuring our children have an understanding of the importance of rules. 

• Pupil Leadership roles empower children to support others in following our school rules.

• Our PSCHE curriculum makes continuous links to the British Values, including Rule of Law (and how to use the Internet appropriately).

• We hold weekly assemblies in which we explore the different British Values and how they impact on our lives. 

• We use Picture News resources to discuss and debate around current issues relating to different British Values. 

• We develop children’s understanding of rules outside of school, such as Road Safety, through Road Safety Workshops and Bikeability sessions.