SPIRITUAL and SEAL Themes, with British Values, for the...

SPIRITUAL and SEAL Themes, with British Values, for the weeks of 2019-20

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Reflection (Faith & Spiritual)

Quotes from a range of religious texts for weekly reflection

Promoting British Values

31 August 2019

Hijra - New Year * ** - Islam (until 28 September 2019)

Al-Hijra, the Islamic New Year, is the first day of the month of Muharram. It marks the Hijra (or Hegira) in 622 CE when the Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Medina, and set up the first Islamic state.

What is a ‘new beginning’? What would I do differently if I started this school term again? What characteristics are needed to be an inspiring leader?

Rule of law, democracy and individual liberty

Week 1 2-8 Sep 2019

8 Sept 2019

International day of Literacy*

The United Nations' (UN) International Literacy Day annually falls on September 8 to raise people's awareness of and concern for literacy issues in the world.

How can I use my literacy skills and ability to support the literacy development of others?

Pupils development and demonstration of skills, allowing pupils to contribute positively

Empathy 31 The ability to work out how people are feeling through their words, body language, gestures and tone and pay attention to them.

‘’Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.’’

Galatians 6.2

Individual liberty and mutual respect

Week 2 9-15 Sep 2019

15 Sept 2019

International day of Democracy*

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Democracy is annually held on September 15 to raise public awareness about democracy. Various activities and events are held around the world to promote democracy on this date.

How can we use our democratic freedom to make a positive change? (mock elections/pupil voice)

British value of Democracy

Empathy 32 ‘The good Samaritan’ The biblical story of how the use of empathy can allow one to support friends, neighbours and even enemies

I can understand that people can all feel the same range of emotions, but that people do not necessarily respond in the same way to similar situations, and that different people may express their feelings in many different ways.

“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. John 15.12

Developing the ability to demonstrate mutual respect and tolerance for those with different beliefs and faiths

Week 3 16-22 Sep 2019

21 Sept 2019

International Day of Peace* Peace & Religion

Peace One Day is a community committed to observing a global true. All wars, conflict and arguments should be put on hold for at least one day. International Day of Peace 21st September 2018 Peace is an important part of faith and religion. Many world faiths believe that peace should be promoted within communities and in the world.

How can you resolve arguments and conflict and help others to do so? ‘Depart from evil and do good; seek peace, and pursue it’ (Psalm 29:11) What can you do to promote peace in your community?

The understanding of individual liberty and mutual respect.


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20 Sept 2019

Jeans for Genes Day

Jeans for Genes Day provides funding for the care and support of children with genetic disorders. Each year we offer funding to a range of charities.

I understand why giving to charity is important when living in a community

Mutual respect and tolerance. Allowing every person to participate fully and contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Empathy 33 ‘The good Samaritan’ The biblical story of how the use of empathy can allow one to support friends, neighbours and even enemies

I can see the world from other people’s points of view, can feel the same emotion as they are feeling and take account of their intentions, preferences and beliefs.

Mutual respect

Week 4 23-29 Sep 2019

29 Sept 2019

Rosh Hashanah (until 1 Oct)

Celebrates the creation of the world .Families gather for festive meals, attend synagogue and listen to the blowing of the shofar (Ram’s horn) which marks the start of ten days of repentance, ending with Yom Kippur.

How can we make things right? How can we say sorry to others for your wrong actions or words?

Mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

Social Skills 43 Buddhist and Catholic monks and nuns freely choose to live a monastic life in monasteries. Learning to live a monastic life.

I can work and learn well in groups, taking on different roles, cooperating with others to achieve a joint outcome.

Pupils develop and demonstrate skills and attributes that will allow them to participate fully and contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Week 5 30 Sep - 6 Oct 2019

1 Oct 2019 Black History Month begins

Black History Month was created to celebrate the achievements of Black people throughout history and recognise the contributions of African, Asian and Caribbean people to economic, cultural and political life.

How do you show that you recognise everyone’s contributions and achievements in your community?

Acceptance and engagement with the fundamental British values of democracy and individual liberty

1-7 Oct 2019

Dyslexia Awareness Week

Event that aims at not just raising awareness, but also showcasing the amazing achievements that people with dyslexia have made.

I can support others around me and in my community by sharing my skills and talents with them

To contribute positively to life in modern Britain

2 Oct 2019 Walk to School Day Walk to School Day is typically on Wednesday of the first FULL week in October. All of October is International Walk to School Month.

To choose to do the right thing. To stand up for a just cause.

Individual liberty

2 Oct 2019 International Day of Non-Violence

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Non-Violence is a global observance that promotes non-violence through education and public awareness. It is annually held on October 2 to coincide with renowned Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday.

How can we show appreciation and celebration of the wide range of cultural influences that have shaped our lives today?

Pupils’ social development is shown by their use of a range of social skills in different contexts, including socialising with pupils from different religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.


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4 Oct 2019 National Poetry Day

National Poetry Day is a nationwide celebration of poetry held on the first Thursday in October. Since 1994 it has shaken poetry from its dust-jacket into the nations’ streets, offices, shops, playgrounds, train stations and airwaves, through live events, happenings, classroom activities, conversations, broadcasts, tweets and spontaneous uncontrollable outbursts of poetry.

I can express my thoughts in a creative and respectful way

Mutual respect and tolerance. Allowing every person to participate fully and contribute positively to life in modern Britain

4 Oct 2019 World Space Week begins (until 10 Oct 2019)

World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition.

I can consider ways in which religion and science can work together to build a better future

Pupils demonstrate different skills

4 Oct 2019 World Smile Day* The original ‘smiley’ was created by commercial artist Harvey Ball in 1963. Concerned about the commercialisation of the quickly iconic graphic, Harvey established Smile Day, which encourages you to participate in acts of kindness and friendliness, and to smile and make others smile.

The Bible says to treat others the way you want to be treated.

The rule of law

5 Oct 2019 World Teachers’ Day*

The United Nations' (UN) World Teachers' Day celebrates the role teachers’ play in providing quality education at all levels.

I can support the learning in my lessons by teaching my peers.

To contribute positively to life in modern Britain.

8 Oct 2019

Yom Kippur * - Jewish (begins sundown on 8, end 9 Oct)

Yom Kippur, the most sacred and solemn day of the Jewish year, brings the Days of Repentance to a close.

Reflect on your own sins and how you can change to be a better person

Social Skills 46 Jesus showed love and compassion to those who were outcast from society.

How can I show unconditional love and respect to those around me?

Mutual respect and tolerance

7-13 Oct 2019

10 Oct 2019

World Sight Day*

World Sight Day is a global event that focuses on bringing attention on blindness and vision impairment. It is observed on the second Thursday of October each year.

How can I help those around me who are not as fully abled as myself?

Willingness to participate, demonstrating mutual respect

13 Oct 2019

Sukkot – Jewish (until 20 Oct)

The festival of Sukkot remembers the year’s Jewish people spent in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt and how God helped them to overcome their difficulties.

To understand why people trust in others. Why might people trust in God at difficult times?

Tolerance and understanding of different faiths and beliefs

Motivation Buddha showed the motivation to change when he was dissatisfied with his life. He went in search of the meaning of life and complete enlightenment

I can monitor and evaluate my own performance. I can show resilience

Value of democracy and power to change

Week 7 14-20 Oct 2019

16 Oct 2019

World Food Day* Raising awareness of food security and strengthening solidarity in the struggle against hunger.

I can empathise with those who are hungry.

Mutual respect and understanding of those around us in modern Britain


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17 Oct 2018

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty*

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17 each year since 1993. It promotes people’s awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution worldwide, particularly in developing countries.

Would is my role when making this change? To contribute positively to life in modern Britain, helping those who face new difficulties.

18 Oct 2019

Anti-Slavery Day* Raising awareness about the many people in the UK and around the world who continue to be trapped in modern slavery, and to promote the need for many individuals and organisations across society to play a part in ending it.

I can demonstrate an appreciation of my freedom

Individual liberty

Empathy 33 Jesus demonstrated his empathy for those around him by healing them. A modern day miracle would be to give to charity or to help our neighbour.

I can see the world from other people’s points of view, can feel the same emotion as they are feeling and take account of their intentions, preferences and beliefs.

Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

Half-Term 21 - 27 Oct 2019

24 Oct 2019

United Nations Day*

UN Day marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, the United Nations officially came into being.

To consider how life might change if we didn’t have the declaration of human rights to protect us

The rule of law.

27 Oct 2019

(Diwali) Deepavali – Hindu

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is the most popular of all the festivals from South Asia. It is also an occasion for celebration by Jains and Sikhs.

Jesus said “be salt and light to the world”. How can you show your beliefs and morals as a light to others?

To contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Week 8 28 Oct–3 Nov 2019

31 Oct 2019

Reformation Day* ** - Protestant Christian

This is the remembrance of the religious reformation in Europe. This commemorates the start of religious and social changes in Europe.

It is a human right to have religious freedom.


31 Oct 2019

All Hallows Eve – Christian*

All Hallows' Eve falls on 31st October each year, and is the day before All Hallows' Day, also known as All Saints' Day in the Christian calendar. The Church traditionally held a vigil on All Hallows' Eve when worshippers would prepare themselves with prayers and fasting prior to the feast day itself.

How can someone be spiritually clean?


Empathy 34 ‘Treat others the way you would like to be treated’ Biblical quote to encourage everyone to treat others with mutual respect.

I can show respect for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, and for people with diverse interests, attainments, attitudes and values, and I am interested in, enjoy and celebrate differences.

Mutual respect of those around us with different faiths and beliefs


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Character Education Assembly

Aspiration/Having a Dream

Week 9 4-10 Nov 2019

10 Nov 2019

World Science Day for Peace & Development*

Renew the national, as well as the international commitment to science for peace and development and to stress the responsible use of science for the benefit of society.

I can use my skills that I develop in school to contribute to society

Pupils develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will allow them to participate fully in and contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Motivation 20 Buddha displayed pure motivation in order to find out the answers to life’s questions through the use of meditation

I can break a long-term goal into small, achievable steps.

Pupils develop and demonstrate different skills.

Week 10 11-17 Nov 2019

11 Nov 2019

Armistice Day (Remembrance Day)*

Armistice Day (Armistice de la Première Guerre mondiale) in France remembers those who died or were injured in World War I and other wars. It is generally a solemn occasion.

What is the true meaning of sacrifice? What could I sacrifice for the good of others?

Willingness to participate positively, for example volunteering

11-15 Nov 2019

International Education Week begins

International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

How can we ensure that everyone around the world receives a free education?

Pupils develop skills allowing them to participate in modern society

12 Nov 2019

Sikh celebration of the birthday of Guru Nanak

Guru Nanak founded the Sikh faith. His most radical social teachings wanted to get rid of inequalities in the caste system and based on gender. He was a great example to his followers.

Do I know of any examples of inequalities around me? What could I do to make a difference?

Values of democracy

14 Nov 2019

World Diabetes Day*

Engages millions of people worldwide in diabetes advocacy and awareness.

Phillipians 2.4

‘’Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.’’

Pupils develop and demonstrate different skills.

11-15 Nov 2019

Anti-Bullying Week*

Bullying takes place when someone is treated badly or made to feel bad.

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths but only what is helpful for building others up”. Ephesians 4:29


16 Nov 2019

International Day of Tolerance*

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Tolerance educates people about the need for tolerance in society and to help them understand the negative effects of intolerance.

How could I demonstrate tolerance in my school community?



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Empathy 35 Agape love is the Christian concept of unconditional love shown to everyone around us.

I understand the impact of bullying, prejudice and discrimination on all those involved, am moved to want to make things better for them and can use appropriate strategies to do so.

Mutual respect and the ability to resolve conflicts effectively

Week 11 18-24 Nov 2019

19 Nov 2019

International Men’s Day*

Objectives of International Men's Day include a focus on men's and boy's health, improving gender relations, promoting gender equality, and highlighting positive male role models.

I can become a positive role model in my community What attributes are needed to become a positive role model?

Values of democracy

20 Nov 2019

Universal Children’s Day*

Promote international togetherness and awareness among children worldwide.

To know why it is important to show mutual respect to those around us.

Mutual respect – to develop the ability to work with pupils from different religions, ethnic groups and socio-economic backgrounds

Empathy 36 Muslims believe in the ‘Ummah’ the worldwide brotherhood of Islam. Aiming to unite everyone worldwide and to destroy discrimination

I understand the impact of bullying, prejudice and discrimination on all those involved, am moved to want to make things better for them and can use appropriate strategies to do so. “And hold fast altogether to the rope of Allah and do not become divided.” [Soorah Aal-’Imraan 3:102]

Individual liberty and mutual respect of others

Week 12 25 Nov-1 Dec 2019

25 Nov 2019

International Day for the Eradication of Violence Against Women

An annual day to raise awareness of family violence – White Ribbon Campaign LBBD PH priority

To understand that some behaviours are unacceptable. To know how to support a friend and how to access support for themselves or others.

Mutual respect The rule of law

28 Nov 2019

Thanksgiving Interfaith USA How can I demonstrate appreciation for everything and everyone I have around me?

Mutual respect

29 Nov 2019

International Day of Solidarity Day

Celebrates unity in diversity. It aims to remind people on the importance of solidarity in working towards eradicating poverty.

International Day of Solidarity Day Acceptance and tolerance of their own cultural heritage and the heritage of others

30 Nov 2019

St Andrew’s Day* St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland and St Andrew's Day is a bank holiday in Scotland.

How will people remember me and celebrate my life? What will be my legacy and positive impact?

Demonstrate skills that allow students to participate positively to life in modern Britain

1 Dec 2019 World Aids Day* The United Nations' (UN) World AIDS Day is held on December 1 each year to honour AIDS victims. It also focuses on issues surrounding HIV and AIDS.

What could I do to raise awareness of the suffering of others?

Mutual respect


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1 Dec 2019 Advent (first Sunday) - Christian (Until 24 December)

Advent Sunday is the first day of the liturgical year in the Western Christian churches. It also marks the start of the season of Advent.

Think about an important event in your life and how you have / would prepare for it.

Participate positively in modern Britain

2 Dec 2019 International Day of the Abolition of Slavery*

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is annually observed on December 2 to remind people that modern slavery works against human rights

Why is the human right of freedom important? What would my life be like without freedom?

Democracy

Motivation 28 Martin Luther King never lost his motivation to inspire a positive change despite his many obstacles and setbacks.

I can use my experiences, including mistakes and setbacks, to make appropriate changes to my plans and behaviour.

Contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Week 13 2-8 Dec 2019

3 Dec 2019 International Day of Persons of Disabilities*

International Day of Persons with Disabilities focuses on issues that affect people with disabilities worldwide.

I can show respect and support for those with different abilities to me.

Mutual respect

5 Dec 2019 International Volunteer Day*

International Volunteer Day (IVD), gives volunteers a chance to work together on projects and campaigns promoting their contributions to economic and social development at local, national and international levels.

What could I do with to make a difference in my local and national community?

To participate positively in modern Britain

Empathy 37 In Christianity the Golden rule is to love thy neighbour. Displaying ultimate unconditional love and empathy for everyone

I can show respect for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, and for people with diverse interests, attainments, attitudes and values, and I am interested in, enjoy and celebrate differences.

an acceptance that other people having different faiths or beliefs to oneself (or having none) should be accepted and tolerated, and should not be the cause of prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour

Week 14 9-15 Dec 2019

10 Dec 2019

Human Rights Day*

Human Rights Day is celebrated annually across the world. 10th December was chosen to honour the first Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.

How can you show that you respect the rights of others?

Individual liberty and mutual respect

Week 15 16-22 Dec 2019

22 Dec 2019

Hanukkah (until 30 Dec 2019)

Festival of Lights. Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish observance that remembers the Jewish people's struggle for religious freedom.

I can relate the beliefs and practices of others to my own life.

Demonstrate an acceptance that other people having different faiths or beliefs to oneself (or having none)

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY 23 Dec 2019 – 5 Jan 2020

25 Dec 2019

Christmas Day – Christian*

Celebrates unity in diversity. It aims to remind people on the importance of solidarity in working towards eradicating poverty.

Can miracles happen today? Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs


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26 Dec 2019

Boxing Day*

Boxing Day is traditionally the day following Christmas Day, when servants and tradesmen would receive gifts from their superiors [1] or employers, known as a "Christmas box".

How can I show thankfulness for the gifts that I receive?


1 Jan 2020 New Year, New Beginning*

Welcome to 2020! January is a time for reflection and resolutions.

“In the beginning was the word and the word was with God, and the word was God” Genesis 1:1 What can you achieve this year?

Learning to resolve conflicts effectively in order to contribute positively to life in modern Britain.

2 Jan 2020 Guru Gobindh Singh birthday - Sikh

This is a festival when Sikh’s remember the sacrifice of do Sikhs who fought for Guru Gobind Singh. This was a heroic fight for the future of the faith.

How can you fight for justice? Learning to resolve conflicts effectively in order to contribute positively to life in modern Britain.

2 Jan 2020 Rohatsu - Bodhi Day ** - Buddhist

Rohatsu is Japanese for "eighth day of the twelfth month." December 8 has come to be the day Japanese Buddhists observe the enlightenment of the historical Buddha.

Some people say knowledge – power, what does this mean?

The freedom to choose and hold other faiths and beliefs is protected in law

4 Jan 2020 World Braille Day World Braille Day is on 4th of January. It is the birth date of Louis Braille the one who invented the system so that blind people could read and write.

How do I communicate with others? How can I include everyone when I communicate?


Week 16 6-12 Jan 2020

Motivation The ability to monitor and evaluate my own performance. ‘Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life.’ - Buddha

Shaping our values and continuing to develop and contribute to life in modern Britain

Character Education Assembly

Saving for the Future

Week 17 13-19 Jan 2020

Managing my feelings 13

Buddha meditated in order to find the true answers to his questions and frustrations. Buddha’s commitment to meditation allowed him to achieve true enlightenment

I can express my emotions clearly and openly to others and in ways appropriate to situations.

British values of democracy Individual liberty

Week 18 20-26 Jan 2020

20 Jan 2020

Martin Luther King Day Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - Christian (until 25 January)

In the United States, Martin Luther King Day is always observed on the third Monday of January. Christians from around the world come together to pray for faith and devotion.

“Love your neighbour as you love yourself”. Old Testament Law How can we show Unity with and for our neighbours?

Tolerance for those with different beliefs and faiths.

25 Jan 2020

Burns Night* January 25th marks the annual celebration of Scotland's national poet Robert Burns.

I can understand the importance of poetry and literacy in our lives.

Pupils develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will allow them to fully participate in modern British life.

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Empathy 38 The ability to understand the experience and feelings of others

I can support others who are experiencing personal problems.


Week 19 27 Jan – 2 Feb 2020

27 Jan 2020

Holocaust Remembrance Day

Holocaust Memorial Day or Holocaust Remembrance Day refers to a number of world-wide commemorations of the holocaust taking place during World War II.

What is the effect of mass genocide? Why must we learn about the past in order to never repeat in again?


27 Jan 2020

National Storytelling Week (until 2 February 2020)*

National Storytelling Week was conceived in the year 2000 to increase public awareness of the art, practice and value of oral storytelling.

I can use my literacy and storytelling skills to encourage others to learn and develop their skills


All February

LGBTQ History Month

The aim of LGBTQ month is to promote equality and diversity, increase the visibility of LGBT people, their history and their lives in the curriculum and raise awareness of matters that affect the LGBT community.

I understand the importance of celebrating difference. I can recognise and appropriately challenge prejudice and discrimination

Mutual respect and understanding The rule of law

1 Feb 2020 World Interfaith Harmony Week

The World Interfaith Harmony Week extends the Two Commandments by adding ‘Love of the Good, and Love of the Neighbour’. This formula includes all people of goodwill. It includes those of other faiths, and those with no faith.

How can I promote harmony in my community? How can I show goodwill to others?

Mutual respect and the ability to work and socialise with pupils from different religious, ethnics and socio-economic backgrounds

Social Skills 47 A social skill is any skill facilitating interaction and communication with others. Social rules and relations are created, communicated, and changed in verbal and nonverbal ways.

I can use a range of strategies to solve problems and know who to resolve conflicts with other people, such as mediation and conflict resolution.


Week 20 3-9 Feb 2020

5 Feb 2020 Safer Internet Day This day is intended to promote safe, ethical and efficient use of the Internet by children. On the day, participating schools, institutions and organizations focus on the theme ""Safe Internet

I understand why it is important to keep myself safe. I can help others know the importance of staying safe whilst using the internet.

Individual liberty and the rule of law.

5 Feb 2020 Chinese New Year - Confucian, Daoist, Buddhist

The new year is an opportunity to start afresh. To consider ones goals and dreams and make plans for the future.

How does it feel to truly forgive and forget? When was the last time you did so? Do you need to do so again?


6 Feb 2020 UNICEF Day for Change

UNICEF and schools have been working together on Day for Change for over 20 years. Each year they choose a different country and a different theme, using sport and play to improve the health and happiness of children.

How does it feel to make a positive difference? How can I encourage others to make a difference?


Motivation 29 ‘’Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.’’ Napoleon Hill

I have a range of strategies for helping me to feel and remain optimistic, approaching new tasks in a positive frame of mind.



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Week 21 10-16 Feb 2020

12 Feb 2020

Red Hand day for Child Soldiers

A worldwide initiative to stop the use of Child Soldiers. What does freedom mean to you? Why might it be important to believe in pacifism?


14 Feb 2020

Saint Valentine's Day - Christian

St. Valentine was a martyr, someone who died for his beliefs. It is a festival to celebrate all love and affection.

You may not love everyone in your community but can you show them you value them?


Empathy The Qur’an emphasise the importance of having empathy for others in the world wide community by requiring Muslims to fast during the month of Ramadan. Allowing Muslims to empathise with those who are hungry.

I can see the world through other peoples’ points of view, can feel the same emotion as they are feeling and take account of their intentions, preferences and beliefs.


Half-Term 17-23 Feb 2020

20 Feb 2020

World Day of Social Justice

The United Nations' (UN) World Day of Social Justice is annually observed on February 20 to encourage people to look at how social justice affects poverty eradication. It also focuses on the goal of achieving full employment and support for social integration.

What is social justice? Do we have social justice in the UK? How can we promote social justice worldwide?

Individual liberty and the rule of law.

21 Feb 2020

International Mother Language Day

The United Nations' (UN) International Mother Language Day annually celebrates language diversity and variety worldwide on February 21. It also remembers events such as the killing of four students on February 21, 1952, because they campaigned to officially use their mother language, Bengali, in Bangladesh.

I understand why celebrating our differences is important. I can speak to other people about our differences and display tolerance


Week 22 24 Feb – 1 Mar 2020

1 March 2020

St David’s Day* This day remembers the Patron Saint of Wales. He helped spread Christianity throughout Wales.

Saint David said “Do the little things in life” Mother Theresa said: “We can do no great things, only small things with great love” What small thing can you do today that will have a big positive impact?


26 Feb 2020

Lent, Christian festival of sacrifice for 40 days & nights (until 9 Apr)

Lent is a period of preparation for remembering the crucifixion of Christ. Christians make sacrifices and use prayer to do this.

What does Sacrifice mean to you? Contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Self-Awareness 1 The ability to know ones strengths and areas of development. The ability to always want to improve one’s skills and abilities for the better.

I know that I am a unique individual, and I can think about myself on many different levels (e.g. physical characteristics, personality, attainments, attitudes, values, etc.).



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Patience

Week 23 2-8 Mar 2020

4 March 2020

World Maths Day World Maths Day/Pi Day is the unofficial holiday that celebrates the mathematical constant pi (π) on March 14 in the month/day date format because the digits in this date correspond with the first three digits of π (3.14).

I can work to improve on my own numeracy skills and teach others


5 March 2020

World Book Day World Book Day is a charity event held annually in the United Kingdom and Ireland on the first Thursday in March. It is the local manifestation of World Book and Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book or World Book Days) organized by UNESCO to promote reading, publishing and copyright.

I know what it means to ‘get lost in a book’. I understand why literacy skills can impact a person’s life


8 March 2020

International Women’s Day

The day aims to get rid of discrimination against women. It honours and celebrates the achievements of all women around the world.

How can you make the future for girls bright, equal, safe and rewarding?

The rule of law and individual liberty

Motivation 24 Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. ~Winston Churchill

I know how to bring about change in myself and others.


Week 24 9-15 Mar 2020

March 2020

No Smoking Day A day to support people who want to give up smoking and remind them there are health and other benefits to stopping smoking ( including Shisha) LBBD PH priority

I understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle and that the choices I make can have short and long term affects.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle

9 March 2020

Holi Holi is a religious spring festival celebrated by Hindus. How can I show appreciation and respect for celebrations and traditions that I do not follow? Why would this be good for the community?


13 March 2020

National Science & Engineering Week begins (until 17 March)

National Science & Engineering Week shines the spotlight each March on how science, technology, engineering and maths relate to our everyday lives and helps to inspire the next generation of scientists with fun and participative activities.

I can appreciate new developments that have come about as a result of scientific innovation



“The best fighter is never angry.” ― Lao Tzu “Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.” ― Mark Twain

I can express my emotions clearly and openly to others and in ways appropriate to situations.



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Week 25 16-22 Mar 2020

17 March 2020

St Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by the Irish and Irish at Heart with parades, music, food and drink and the “wearing of the green”. St. Patrick was captured at 16 and sold into slavery to look after sheep. He turned to God and spent much of his time in prayer.

What would I do in a time of trial? How would I react if my freedom was taken away?

Mutual respect and the ability to work and socialise with pupils from different religious, ethnics and socio-economic backgrounds individual liberty

21 March 2020

World Poetry Day World Poetry Day is a time to appreciate and support poets and poetry around the world. It is held on March 21 each year and is an initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

I can appreciate the effect that poetry has on some people’s lives.


22 March 2020

World Water Day Created by the United Nations, World Water Day aims to highlight the importance to life of freshwater. In many parts of the world, people are without fresh clean water.

Do we take what we have for granted? Mutual respect and the ability to work and socialise with pupils from different religious, ethnics and socio-economic backgrounds.

22 March 2020

Mothering Sunday Mothering Sunday, sometimes known as Mother's Day, is held on the fourth Sunday of Lent. It is exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday and usually falls in the second half of March or early April.

I can show appreciation to others in my life. I understand why it is important to show an appreciation for other people


Empathy 34 “For there is nothing heavier than compassion. Not even one's own pain weighs so heavy as the pain one feels with someone’’ ― Milan Kundera,

I can listen empathically to others, and have a range of strategies for responding effectively in ways that can help others feel better.


Week 26 23-29 Mar 2020

24 March 2020

World TB Day World Tuberculosis Day is a worldwide event that aims to raise public awareness of tuberculosis and the efforts made to prevent and treat this disease. This event is held on March 24 each year and is promoted by organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO).

I understand why it is important to raise awareness of different diseases. What could I do to have a positive effect on someone’s life?


25 March 2020

Feast of the Nativity

The Feast of the Nativity of Jesus is one of the most joyful days of the Orthodox Church. It ranks next to the greatest holiday, the Resurrection of Jesus. The Feast of the Birth of Jesus is also known as the "Incarnation of Christ."

What do you celebrate in your life? How do you show importance to the things you value in life?

Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs to ourselves

Motivation 24 ‘’You measure the size of the accomplishment by the obstacles you had to overcome to reach your goals’’ Booker T. Washington

I know how to bring about change in myself and others.


Week 27 30 Mar – 5 Apr 2020

2 April 2020

World Autism Awareness Day

Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events.


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2 April 2020

International Children's Book Day

Founded in 1967, the day is observed on or around Hans Christian Andersen's birthday, April 2. Activities include writing competitions, announcements of book awards and events with authors of children's literature.

How does the ability to read enhance my life? How can I support others around me with different skills? How could I learn from them?


5 April 2020

Palm Sunday This is the start of holy week. The final week before the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ in Christianity

What is the biggest sacrifice that you have made? What was the impact of this sacrifice?


Easter Holiday 6 – 19 April 2020

7 April 2020

UN World Health Day

World Health Day is an annual event to draw attention to particular priorities in global health.

I know how to protect myself against any health issues. I know how to support other people’s awareness of global health issues.


8 April 2019

Passover (until 16 Apr 2019)

The major Jewish spring festival that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, lasting seven or eight days.

How can we find positives in tragedy? Contribute positively to life in modern Britain

10 April 2020

Good Friday Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is a public holiday in the United Kingdom. It falls just before Easter Sunday, which is the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the March equinox.

What could I sacrifice for others? How could I support Christians in celebrating this event?

Mutual respect and the ability to work and socialise with pupils from different religious, ethnics and socio-economic backgrounds.

12 April 2020

Easter Week Easter is the most important festival in the Christian calendar. It remembers Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. The East story is at the heart of Christianity and gives hope of an afterlife to all in the Christian community.

What gives you hope? How can you give hope to others?


12 April 2020

Easter Sunday Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian bible.

Why are new beginnings important? What could I reflect on to make improvements?


Week 28 20-26 April 2020

22 April 2020

Earth Day Earth Day aims to inspire awareness of and appreciation for earth's environment.

How can we take better care of the environment? What could I do to make a positive impact and leave a legacy behind?



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23 April 2020

World Book & Copyright Day

April 23 marks the anniversary of the birth or death of a range of well-known writers. For this reason, UNESCO's General Conference chose this date to pay tribute to books, the authors who wrote them, and the copyright laws that protect them.

What could I learn from reading? Who is my favourite author? Who inspires me to read and write literature?


23 April 2020

St George’s Day St George's Day in England remembers St George, England's patron saint. The anniversary of his death, which is on April 23, is seen as England's national day. According to legend, he was a soldier in the Roman army who killed a dragon and saved a princess. Many countries celebrate this day. A traditional custom is to wear a red rose in your lapel and/or to fly the St. George’s cross flat. The hymn ‘Jerusalem’ is also often sung

St. George is a hero to many, who are your heroes; do they have to be famous?


23 April 2020

Ramadan Begins (until 23 May)

Ramadan is the time of year when Muslims concentrate on fasting and prayer. Ramadan teaches members of the Muslim community about patience, humility and devotion.

Muslims may feel the temptation to break their fast during Ramadan. Is it important to overcome temptation?


25 April 2020

World Malaria Day World Malaria day commemorates global efforts to control malaria. World Malaria day provides us with a chance to make a difference to the quality of life of people living in other parts of the world.

What could you do to help others? How can our action have a global affect?


Week 29 27 Apr – 3 May 2020

30 April 2020

Visakha Puja – Buddha Day

The Vesak festival, or Buddha Day, celebrates three major events in the life of the Buddha: his birth, Enlightenment and passing away on the full moon of the 6th lunar month (May). It is the most important festival in the Buddhist lunar calendar.

‘’Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.’’ Buddha


1 May 2020

International Workers’ Day

Also known as May Day. This day promotes social justice and human and labour rights. The day is seen as defending the workers against the power of employers. If workers act in unity, it will be harder to deny their rights.

Do you take your rights and responsibilities for granted?

Individual liberty Rule of law

3 May 2020

World Press Freedom Day

Informs the international community that freedom of the press and freedom of expression are fundamental human rights. This day reminds people that many journalists brave death or face jail to bring daily news to the public.

How would our lives change without freedom of expression? How can we encourage everyone to use their freedom in positive ways?

individual liberty Rule of law


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Self-Awareness 2 “The greatest thing in the world is to know how to belong to oneself.” ― Michel de Montaigne, The Complete Essays

I can identify my strengths and feel positive about them.


Week 30 4-10 May 2020

8 May 2020

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is an international humanitarian movement with approximately 97 million volunteers, members and staff worldwide which was founded to protect human life and health, to ensure respect for all human beings, and to prevent and alleviate human suffering, without any discrimination based on nationality, race, sex, religious beliefs, class or political opinions.

What can you do to help people suffering? Contribute positively to life in modern Britain

Empathy 25 “Whenever you feel like criticizing any one...just remember that all the people in this world haven't had the advantages that you've had.” ― F. Scott Fitzgerald

I can see the world through other peoples’ points of view, can feel the same emotion as they are feeling and take account of their intentions, preferences and beliefs.



Helping Others

Week 31 11-17 May 2020

15 May 2020

International Day of Families

We all know how important families can be to us and how they can be very different for each of us. But do we sometimes take the support they give us for granted?

In the Christian faith, one of the Commandments tells you to ‘honour your mother and father’. What does honour mean to you, how can you show honour to those close to you?


15 May 2020

National Smile Month

To raise awareness of the importance of good oral hygiene LBBD PH Priority for primary aged children

I understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle and that the choices I make can have short and long term affects.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle

Self-Awareness 3 “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” ― C.G. Jung - psychologist

I can reflect on my actions and identify lessons to be learned from them.


Week 32 18-24 May 2020

21 May 2020

World Day for Cultural Diversity

Diversity Day, officially known as “The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development”, is an opportunity to help communities understand the value of cultural diversity and learn how to live together in harmony. It was adopted in the wake of the terrorist attacks on 11th September 2001.

Buddhists strive for harmony in themselves and their surroundings. What does harmony mean to you, how can you embrace it?


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Motivation 30 ‘’He who never made a mistake never made a discovery.’’ I can take responsibility for my life, believe that I can influence what happens to me and make wise choices.


Self-Awareness 4 “At the centre of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want.” ― Lao Tzu

I can identify what is important for me and what I expect from myself, taking into account the beliefs and expectations that others (e.g. friends, family, school staff) have for me.


Half-Term 25 -31 May 2020

Week 33 1-7 June 2020

1 June 2019

Gypsy Roma & Traveller History Month

Gypsy Roma and Traveller History Month was established in Britain in 2008 as a way of raising awareness of these communities and their contributions to society, and to offset negative stereotyping and prejudices.

‘’Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.’’

Ephesians 4.32


5 June 2020

World Environment Day

World Environment Day is held each year on June 5. It is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations (UN) stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action.

‘’As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace:’’ I Peter 4.10


12 June 2020

World Day Against Child Labour

Day observed to raise awareness of the plight of child labourers world-wide. Hundreds of millions of girls and boys around the world are affected.

Who do you show honour to, in what way? Individual liberty

Week 34 8-14 June 2020


Managing feelings is the ability to control ones emotions such as anger.

I can express my emotions clearly and openly to others and in ways appropriate to situations. ‘’Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger resides in the bosom of fools’’. Ecclesiastes 7:9


Self-Awareness 6 “I don't fit into any stereotypes. And I like myself that way.” ― C. JoyBell C.

I can reflect on my actions and identify lessons to be learned from them. I know that I am different and celebrate my differences.


Week 35 15-21 June 2020

17 June 2020

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

Day that highlights the urgent need to curb the desertification process. It also aims to strengthen the visibility of the dry lands issue on the international environmental agenda

How can I support those who live in poverty?


http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2622245.Lao_Tzu

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4114218.C_JoyBell_C_


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20 June 2020

World Refugee Day The United Nations' (UN) World Refugee Day is observed on June 20 each year. This event honors the courage, strength and determination of women, men and children who are forced to flee their homeland under threat of persecution, conflict and violence.

How could we protect those who flee from their homeland under threat of persecution? How can we show appreciation for our freedom and human rights?

Individual liberty Rule of law

20 June 2020

Summer Solstice A Solstice is an astronomical event that happens twice a year. It is a Hindu tradition to look and consider the position of the sun, moon and stars when naming a child

Do you think that we should plan the important events in our lives?

‘He predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, ‘

Ephesians 1.5


21 June 2020

Father’s Day Father’s Day honours and celebrates fatherhood “Honour thy father and mother” - Ephesians 6:2

What could I do to show honour and respect? “Honour thy father and mother” - Ephesians 6:2


Self-Awareness 7 “Through others we become ourselves.”

― Lev S. Vygotsky

We develop as a result of our surroundings and the

people who are close to us. We can learn from each

other.

I can identify what is important for me and what I expect from myself, taking into account the beliefs and expectations that others (e.g. friends, family, school staff) have for me.



Determination

Week 36 22-28 June 2020

Motivation 19 ‘’Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value’’. –Albert Einstein

I can set goals and challenges for myself, set criteria for success and celebrate when I achieve them.


Week 37 29 Jun – 5 Jul 2020

Empathy 31 “To perceive is to suffer.” ― Aristotle To truly understand someone’s pain and experience one must put themselves in that situation.

I can work out how people are feeling through their words, body language gestures and tone and pay attention to them.


Week 38 6-12 Jul 2020

Self-Awareness 10 Self-Awareness is having a clear perception of your personality, including strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions. Self-Awareness allows you to understand other people, how they perceive you, your attitude and your responses to them in the moment.

I understand that the way I think affects the way I feel, and that the way I feel can affect the way I think, and know that my thoughts and feelings influence my behaviour.


http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/426908.Lev_S_Vygotsky

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2192.Aristotle


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Week 39 13-19 Jul 2020

18 July 2020

Nelson Mandela Day

The United Nations designated this day in recognition of the former South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom. It is everyone’s responsibility to make the world a better place, one small step at a time, just as Nelson Mandela did.

What small steps can you take towards peace today, this week, this month, this year?


Self-Awareness 11 Self-Awareness is having a clear perception of your personality, including strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions. Self-Awareness allows you to understand other people, how they perceive you, your attitude and your responses to them in the moment.

I can recognise conflicting emotions and manage them in ways that are appropriate. “A man is not called wise because he talks and talks again; but if he is peaceful, loving and fearless then he is in truth called wise.” ― Gautama Buddha, The Dhammapada: The Sayings of the Buddha


Week 40 20-26 July 2020

Empathy 32 The ability to work out how people are feeling through their words, body language, gestures and tone, and pay attention to them.

‘’Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.’’

Romans 12.15


Summer Holiday 2019

Spiritual Calendar Links www.beliefnet.com www.worldprayers.org www.interfaithcalendar.org www.globaldimension.org.uk

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2167493.Gautama_Buddha

https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/154391

https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/154391

http://www.beliefnet.com/

http://www.worldprayers.org/

http://www.interfaithcalendar.org/

http://www.globaldimension.org.uk/


Examples of actions that YCC’s / Assembly leads can take: The following is not designed to be exhaustive, but provides a list of different actions that we can take and develop at Eastbury, such as:

• Democracy - include in suitable parts of the assembly programme / curriculum, as appropriate for the age of pupils, material on the

strengths, advantages and disadvantages of democracy, and how democracy and the law works in Britain, in contrast to other forms of

government in other countries;

• Regular feedback from School Council - ensure that all pupils within the school have a voice that is listened to, and demonstrate how

democracy works by actively promoting democratic processes such as a school council whose members are voted for by the pupils;

• use opportunities such as general or local elections to hold mock elections to promote fundamental British values and provide pupils

with the opportunity to learn how to argue and defend points of view;

• use teaching resources from a wide variety of sources to help pupils understand a range of faiths, and

• consider the role of extra-curricular activity, including any run directly by pupils, in promoting fundamental British values.

Our Duty at Eastbury All have a duty to ‘actively promote’ the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. These values were first set out by the government in the ‘Prevent’ strategy in 2011. Through our provision of SMSC, Eastbury should:

• enable students to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence;

• enable students to distinguish right from wrong and to respect the civil and criminal law of England;

• encourage students to accept responsibility for their behaviour, show initiative, and to understand how they can contribute positively

to the lives of those living and working in the locality of the school and to society more widely;

• enable students to acquire a broad general knowledge of and respect for public institutions and services in England;

• further tolerance and harmony between different cultural traditions by enabling students to acquire an appreciation of and respect for

their own and other cultures;

• encourage respect for other people; and

• encourage respect for democracy and support for participation in the democratic processes, including respect for the basis on which

the law is made and applied in England.

The list below describes the understanding and knowledge expected of pupils as a result of Eastbury promoting fundamental British values: • an understanding of how citizens can influence decision-making through the democratic process;

• an appreciation that living under the rule of law protects individual citizens and is essential for their wellbeing and safety; an

understanding that there is a separation of power between the executive and the judiciary, and that while some public bodies such as

the police and the army can be held to account through Parliament, others such as the courts maintain independence;


• an understanding that the freedom to choose and hold other faiths and beliefs is protected in law;

• an acceptance that other people having different faiths or beliefs to oneself (or having none) should be accepted and tolerated, and

should not be the cause of prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour; and

• an understanding of the importance of identifying and combatting discrimination.

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