In the new Ofsted framework schools the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of children and young people will be a significant focus in all lesson observations as well as overall school effectiveness.
Statements in the New Ofsted Inspection Framework describe the kind of impact SLN programmes and classroom activities offer in relation to Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development:
For example “the schools thoughtful and wide ranging promotion of the pupils Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development enable them to thrive in a supportive, highly cohesive learning community” forms part of the descriptor for ‘Outstanding Overall Effectiveness’.
“The school’s curriculum provides highly positive, memorable experiences and rich opportunities for high quality learning, has a positive impact on all pupils’ behaviour and safety and contributes very well to pupils’ achievement and to their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.” forms part of the descriptor for ‘Outstanding Leadership and Management”.
For further information please visit the Ofsted website and click on the links below:
We are interested in exploring the linkage between identity, equality, diversity and community with SMSC and the four questions that form the basis of all SLN’s work – ‘Who am I?’ ‘How do we all live together?’ ‘Who are we?’ and ‘Where do we live?’.
SLN Resources supporting work on the four questions is an excellent starting point for teachers and schools for exploring SMSC. We recommend below a selection of resources to help you with your work.
