Education for citizenship equips young people with the knowledge, skills and understanding to play an effective role in public life. Citizenship encourages them to take an interest in topical and controversial issues and to engage in discussion and debate. Students learn about their rights, responsibilities, duties and freedoms, and about laws, justice and democracy. They learn to take part in decision-making and different forms of action. They play an active role in the life of their schools, communities and wider society as active and global citizens. Citizenship encourages respect for different national, religious and ethnic identities. Citizenship enables students to engage critically with and explore diverse ideas, beliefs, cultures and identities and the values we share as citizens in the UK. Students begin to understand how society has changed and is changing in the UK, Europe and the wider world.

Citizenship addresses issues relating to social justice, human rights, community cohesion and global interdependence, and encourages students to challenge injustice, inequalities and discrimination. It helps young people to develop their critical skills, consider a wide range of political, social, ethical and moral problems, and explore opinions and ideas other than their own. They evaluate information, make informed judgments and reflect on the consequences of their actions now and in the future. They learn to argue a case on behalf of others as well as themselves and speak out on issues of concern.

Citizenship gives students the knowledge and skills needed for effective and democratic participation. It helps students to become informed, critical, active citizens who have the confidence and conviction to work collaboratively, take action and try to make a difference.

KS3 Curriculum

Our scheme follows the National Curriculum Programme of Study. Students are taught in mixed ability groups one lesson per fortnight.

KS4 Curriculum

Our scheme follows the National Curriculum Programme of Study. Students are taught RE/Citizenship in mixed ability groups one lesson per fortnight. The Citizenship components are as follows:

Enrichment:

Any activity where they play an active role in the life of their school, neighbourhood, community and wider society is encouraged as part of their Citizenship. Involvement in student voice and School Council is encouraged.

Useful Website Addresses:

http://www.education.gov.uk/schools/teachingandlearning/curriculum/secondary

http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/