
Prevent
What is the Prevent Strategy and how does it apply to schools?
From July 2015 all schools have a duty to safeguard children from radicalisation and
extremism. Prevent is a government strategy designed to stop people supporting any
extreme cause, becoming terrorists or supporting terrorist causes. We have a responsibility
to protect children from extremism and violent views, the same way as we protect them
through our behaviour policy and online safety. At All Saints we provide a safe place to
discuss these issues with children, so they learn how to protect themselves.
KEY TERMS
Extremism – vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values such as democracy, the rule of law and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs.
Terrorism – a violent action against people or property, designed to create fear and advance a political, religious or ideological cause.
Radicalisation – the process by which a person comes to support extremism and terrorism.
Ideology – a set of beliefs.
At All Saints we enable our children to become possitive members of society by:
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Safeguarding children through the 'Protective Behaviours' and
'Taking Care Project'and ICT, Online Safety lessons.
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Learning about a range of religions through RE lessons.
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Promoting the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils.
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Promoting British Values throughout the curriculum
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Challenging prejudices and racial comments by providing a safe place to discuss these issues.
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Developing pupil's self esteem through regular PSHE lessons.
Where to go for more information.
Contact the school
If you have any questions or concerns about the Prevent Strategy and what it means for your child, please do not hesitate to contact the school.