Equality & Diversity 

At Dewhurst St Mary we share a commitment to tackle and challenge racism, address inequality and tackle discrimination.  We endeavour to make Dewhurst St Mary a safe and inclusive school for all of our community. Our values  aim for all our pupils to fulfil their potential and remove barriers to learning.

"Pupils value their friends and how they help them and are there to listen. They are respectful of each other’s’ differences. They work and play well together. Pupils learn about a wide range of people, cultures and families. This helps them understand life in modern Britain. "

Ofsted 2023

We thread SMSC through the curriculum

• Spiritual- Explore beliefs and experience; respect faiths, feelings and values; enjoy learning about oneself, others and the surrounding world; use imagination and creativity; reflect.
• Moral- Recognise right and wrong; respect the law; understand consequences; investigate moral and ethical issues; offer reasoned views.
• Social-  Use a range of social skills; participate in the local community; appreciate diverse viewpoints; participate, volunteer and cooperate; resolve conflict; engage with the ‘British values’ of democracy, the rule of law, liberty, respect and tolerance.
• Cultural-  Appreciate cultural influences; appreciate the role of Britain’s parliamentary system; participate in culture opportunities; understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity.