At Millbrook Primary School, we are committed to promoting British Values through everything we do.

In line with Prevent Training we challenge extremist views and are aware of radicalisation philosophies.

British Values underpin our curriculum, our culture, and our everyday practice, ensuring that our children grow into respectful, responsible, and active citizens within school and the wider community of Shevington and Wigan.

Democracy

We empower pupils to understand the importance of having a voice.

Through Young Governor elections, class decision-making, and regular opportunities to share opinions, children learn that their ideas matter and that responsible participation helps shape a fair and positive school community.

We encourage active listening, debate, and the respectful sharing of viewpoints with a new oracy programme that initially focus on the physical aspect , then the linguistic folewed by the cognitiv e

At Millbrook we:

Have debate as a key concept which underlines our Blueprint Curriculum

Plan for oracy in our classrooms in a progressive way including debate

Young Governor elections

Reading Ambassador elections

Class votes – favourite book for story time

Pupil voice surveys – curriculum subjects, attendance and pupil safety.

The Rule of Law

At Millbrook, we uphold clear expectations that help everyone feel safe and supported.

Children learn why rules and laws exist, how they protect us, and why they must be followed.

We work closely with families and community partners in Wigan to reinforce fairness, responsibility, and the understanding that actions carry consequences.

Our behaviour systems are consistent, calm and caring and transparent, and rooted in mutual respect.

At Millbrook we offer:

Coherent school rules RRSB known by all children

Positive Behaviour for Learning Policy & rewards system understood by pupils

Visits from police, PCSOs, fire service and road safety officers

Online safety lessons linked to right/wrong choices

Sports competitions emphasising fair play and following rules

Clear anti bullying policy

Dojo points to allow all adults to recognise excellent behaviour and making good choices.

Individual Liberty

We promote a culture in which pupils feel secure in expressing themselves and making positive choices.

Children are encouraged to develop independence, resilience, and confidence through safe risk-taking, leadership roles, and opportunities to explore new experiences.

We teach pupils to understand their rights and personal freedoms—balanced with the responsibility to use them wisely and respectfully.

At Millbrook we offer

Choice of tasks (e.g., challenge levels in lessons, free‑choice reading books)

Worry boxes, wellbeing check‑ins supporting emotional expression

Teaching about consent and personal boundaries in RSE

Celebrating unique talents through assemblies, exhibitions, or talent shows

Activities where pupils choose their roles (group work responsibilities, playtime equipment, assembly team

Mutual Respect

Respect is at the heart of who we are.

We foster an environment in which every individual is valued, listened to, and treated with kindness.

Through our curriculum, assemblies, and daily interactions, children learn to recognise the impact of their words and actions, and to understand that respect builds strong relationships and harmonious communities.

At Millbrook we use

Restorative conversations when resolving conflicts

Peer mentoring / buddies (Y6 supporting EYFS/Y1)

Celebration assemblies recognising positive relationships

Team sports & collaborative projects encouraging listening and turn‑taking

Clear expectations for respectful talk

Essay sharing sessions across school where children read and comment on in a respectful way other children’s work especially siblings.

Tolerance of Those of Different Faiths and Beliefs

Millbrook Primary celebrates the diverse world our children are growing into.

We teach pupils about a wide range of cultures, religions, and traditions, helping them to understand and appreciate difference.
Through inclusive curriculum experiences, visitors, and themed learning, pupils develop open-mindedness, curiosity, and empathy.

We prepare our children to thrive in a modern, diverse Britain where everyone belongs.

At Millbrook we have

RE lessons with exposure to multiple religions and worldviews

Visits to places of worship (church, mosque, synagogue, mandir)

Celebration of festivals: Diwali, Eid, Hanukkah, Chinese New Year, Christmas

Visitors from different faith communities

Multicultural Inspiration Days showcasing music, food, art and stories from around the world

Employ a diverse staff team

Take part in in a linking project with different ethnic school populations in Bolton

Our Commitment

Through these values, Millbrook Primary School aims to nurture thoughtful, confident, and compassionate young people who contribute positively to their school, their community, and the wider world.

Our Curriculum Intent

At Millbrook, our curriculum focuses upon the wellbeing of children, creating citizens with a strong social pride who can build inclusive relationships. A primary focus is to raise aspirations and celebrate diversity.

We recognise our own school through the excellent experiences that our curriculum provides. It encourages and develops all types of talent. We deliver a curriculum which is exciting, relevant and purposeful and makes links to the world around us through first hand experiences.

It moves children to:

'Rise Above and Go Beyond'

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Get in touch

Telephone:

Miss B Wright

(School Office)

T: (01257 404552)