SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Development) is promoted across the entire school curriculum and through all aspects of school life. Embedded within our curriculum, our 3 values, 4 learning tools and teaching of the 5 ways to well-being ensure pupils thrive in their development.

'The school’s motto of ‘small school with a big vision’ is brought to life through the work that staff and pupils do each day. This is demonstrated by the way staff help pupils to develop their talents and interests. They know the pupils as individuals and expect great things from each of them.' Ofsted July 2023

We have a shared understanding of what spirituality means to us at school:

Spirituality at Yattendon CE Primary School invites everyone to be curious, wonder and reflect. It develops a deep self-awareness and a recognition of something greater than ourselves that connects us to the world and those around us.

We engage in life mindfully - noticing and appreciating beauty in the everyday - and in the natural environment of our rural setting, fostering a sense of calm, joy and connection. We celebrate our roots and cultivate the seeds of personal growth, finding ways to positively impact our community. Spiritually, we strive to live in a way that values our unique journey and respects the journey of others.

Morally, we develop a sense of right and wrong, fairness and justice, responsibility, empathy and respect for others. We understand rules, both in our everyday lives and in the wider world through the Rule of Law. We are helped to democratically listen to and empathise with the feelings of others, to help us respect difference and take responsibility for our actions. We are encouraged to develop the confidence to use our own voice, empowering us with the courage to become hopeful agents of change in our world.

Socially, we learn to share with and co-operate with others, knowing we need resilience when we are challenged . We are supported to make and keep healthy friendships. We are shown how to communicate appropriately with each other. We are supported to resolve conflicts and differences peacefully, showing respect and tolerance for others. We learn about equality and equity so that we understand the needs of others.  

We are curious to learn about our own culture and other cultures. We do this through our learning in many subjects at school. We love to explore History, Geography, Literacy texts, Music, Languages, RE and the Arts to deepen our knowledge. We respect the richness of different life experience and know that each person will hold a different worldview because of this. 

Yattendon pupils understand and engage with the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs; pupils develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will enable them to participate fully in and contribute positively to life in modern Britain.