At Iceni Primary, we believe that Cultural Capital is essential for all pupils because it is the accumulation of knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to grow and live in our society. These fundamental concepts are taught, based on age groups every Friday in Family Time.
Family Time
In 2025 to 2026, the students at our academy are raising awareness, improving our academy and helping in the following ways:
British Value themes:
The Jigsaw RSHE scheme supports the teaching of British Values in primary schools by embedding them throughout its curriculum in a structured, age-appropriate and child-centred way. Here’s how it aligns with the five fundamental British Values:
1. Democracy
Promoted through class discussions, circle time, and pupil voice activities. Children learn to express opinions, listen to others and make group decisions.
2. Rule of Law
Children explore the importance of rules in school and society. Lessons reinforce understanding that laws are there to protect everyone and that actions have consequences.
3. Individual Liberty
Jigsaw encourages children to make choices in a safe and supportive environment. Lessons help children understand their rights and responsibilities as well as how to stand up for themselves and others respectfully.
4. Mutual Respect
Respect is a core theme across Jigsaw, especially in Celebrating Difference and Relationships. Children learn to appreciate diversity, understand different perspectives and engage in respectful dialogue.
5. Tolerance of Those of Different Faiths and Beliefs
Jigsaw promotes understanding and acceptance of different cultures, religions, and lifestyles. Lessons include discussions on protected characteristics, diversity and inclusion, aligned with the Equality Act 2010.
Please see the attached document below for further details about how and when the Jigsaw scheme integrates British Values in lesson time.
Please note that Jigsaw themselves are updating resources and documents in accordance with the updated statutory RSHE government guidance from July 2025 and this will be completed by December 2025 in readiness for all schools to adopt by September 2026.
In addition to our Jigsaw PSHE scheme, British Values run through the very core of the ethos at our academy. For example, children democratically voting on who the Chairperson and Secretary is for each Family; visits out (and visitors in) that help promote tolerance of different faiths; using OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) as a platform for the children to explore mutual respect as well as taking responsibility for the equipment.