Scope
Citizenship
Promoting other aspects of the curriculum

“through developing pupils' skills in, and commitment to, effective participation in the democratic and other decision-making processes that affect the quality and health of environments and society and exploring values that determine people's actions within society, economy and the environment.”

The importance of Citizenship

“It encourages pupils to play a helpful part in the life of their schools, neighbourhoods, communities and the wider world. It also teaches them about our economy and democratic institutions and values; encourages respect for different national, religious and ethnic identities; and develops pupils' ability to reflect on issues and take part in discussions.”

Subject orders - Key Stage 3

During Key Stage 3:

           All of it!

"They learn about fairness, social justice, respect for democracy and diversity at school, local, national and global level, and through taking part responsibly in community activities."

           Knowledge and understanding about becoming informed
           citizens

1  Pupils should be taught about:

i   the  world as a global community, and the political,
    economic, environmental and social implications of this, and
    the role of the European Union, the Commonwealth and the
    United Nations


Subject orders - Key Stage 4

During Key Stage 4:

           All of it!

“They continue to be actively involved in the life of their school, neighbourhood and wider communities, taking greater responsibility”

“...... learning more about fairness, social justice, respect for democracy and diversity at school, local, national and global level, and through taking  part in community activities.”

           Knowledge and understanding about becoming informed
           citizens

1  Pupils should be taught about:

i   the wider issues and challenges of global interdependence
    and responsibility, including sustainable development and
    Local Agenda 21