Preparing children for life in modern Britain

This week children have been thinking about No Outsiders and how everyone is welcome in our school. In assembly on Monday myself and Mr Dunmall used the story The New Jumper (The Hueys) by Oliver Jeffers  to talk to the children about neurodiversity and autism. We linked this to our core values of empathy, respect and reflection. 

In class this week children will be listening to and discussing the 5th book (summer 1) in the series for their year group. 

• No outsiders curriculum

The 'No Outsiders' programme educates children about diversity within our communities and addresses issues such as sexism, ageism, race and different types of families.

It is taught to each year group through the use of age-appropriate books. Through these beautiful pictures books, the children will explore the concepts of equality, diversity, acceptance of differences and of the right of someone to have an opinion different to their own.  We are planning to run parent workshops in the summer term, so look out for the dates.

More information

• Click here to find out about the books we use.
• Click here to find out more from the No Outsiders website.
• Example Lesson plan
• Assembly plans

How does No Outsiders fit into the curriculum?

The No Outsiders lessons fit alongside many of the things we already teach in school. They align with our core values of respect, resilience, reflection and empathy. They will also form a part of our relationships lessons, which are part of our RSHE lessons and our Monday assemblies.

• DfE Relationships Education, Statutory requirements
• Our RSHE lessons