This document explains the meaning of SMSC: Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development and maps our Computing units to Ofsted's SMSC descriptors. Within this, it also shows which of our units support schools in their promotion of the fundamental British values: Democracy, Rule of law, Individual liberty, Mutual respect and Tolerance of those with different faith and beliefs.
Finally, it shows the Personal development criteria used by Ofsted and which of our lessons and units provide opportunities for pupils to develop in each area.
How will this document support my school’s teaching of SMSC, British values and Personal development?
At Kapow Primary, we understand the importance of establishing curriculum links that promote pupils’ wider development in all aspects of their education. This easy-to-use document illustrates how our Computing units align with Ofsted’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development) descriptors.
In addition, we have identified where our units can be used as effective tools to support schools in promoting the core British values (Democracy, Rule of law, Individual liberty, Mutual respect, and Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs). This document also highlights the Personal development criteria established by Ofsted and we have pinpointed the opportunities for students to develop in each of these aspects within our lessons and units.
(Please note that the curriculum alone will not be sufficient evidence to prove that your school is promoting students’ personal development. You should also demonstrate how other aspects of school life contribute to this goal.)
Read moreWho will benefit from this document?
This document is designed for Computing subject leaders and Personal development leads. Discover the different areas within the Kapow Primary Computing curriculum that can help students enhance their spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, while also fostering a better understanding and appreciation for fundamental British values.
This document can support your school in:
• Helping teachers comprehend how SMSC, British values, and Personal development are integrated into computing lessons.
• Illustrating to teachers, parents, school leaders, and external organisations how SMSC, BV, and PD teaching are embedded throughout the curriculum.
• Enhancing specific areas of teaching and learning as outlined in your school’s development plan.
