Citizenship

Citizenship

In Year 7 pupils focus on how societies are formed, along with the rights, responsibilities and duties of the citizens within those communities – both at school and the community at home.  Visual witness testimony is used to reflect on the Holocaust of the Second World War.  Pupils demonstrate understanding of Government structure, the EU and the role of an MP.  They also look at the world of work and careers, taking on roles of employment and creating ‘wish lists’ to see if their potential earnings would allow them to fulfil their material wants - using creative role play in a safe environment. 

In Year 8 pupils focus on the work of the Criminal and Youth Justice systems including the structures involved for each and how opinions are formed and expressed, through individual tasks, group discussions and role play.  Pupils demonstrate understanding of refugees and asylum seekers and law enforcers of the British Police.  They also look at what it means to be ‘British’ and show an understanding of how and why changes take place in their national and global communities.