Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC)
What is SMSC?
SMSC stands for spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.
All schools in England must show how well their pupils develop in SMSC.
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
Recognize right and wrong; respect the law; understand consequences; investigate moral and ethical issues; offer reasoned views.
Social
Investigate and moral issues; 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 cultural opportunities; understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity.
