Citizenship

Citizenship introduces students to key issues and helps them develop a practical understanding of what it means to be a citizen today. Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to think critically and play a positive role in public life. They do this by looking at how a society operates and functions and its underlying values.

Citizenship education aims to provide opportunities for young people to develop the expertise and experience needed to use their rights, understand and put into practise their responsibilities and have an influence on what goes on in their communities, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of adult and working life.

Students also learn the skills of active citizenship through practical opportunities to address issues of concern to them. Students are able to be inquisitive, active citizens who ask questions about the world they live in and have a fundamental understanding of core British values.

Curriculum information

Year	Autumn	Spring	Summer
7	Secularisation What does it mean to be British? British values Immigration Rules and laws Rights and responsibilities Human rights Equality Act and protected characteristics Social injustice Child soldiers Child labour Rights and responsibilities of worship and religious affiliation in Christianity Faith and becoming a good citizen in Christianity Equality in Christianity	Prejudice and discrimination Justice and fairness in Islam Charity and social responsibility in Islam – Zakah Community engagement in Islam - Ummah Behaving safely and participating responsibly in our digital world	Rights and responsibilities of worship and religious affiliation in Sikhism Faith and becoming a good citizen in Sikhism Equality in Sikhism – oneness of humanity Future plans What is a career?
8	World of work Careers Skills and Qualities Job applications Interviews Future choices Lifestyle choices and uses of money Caring for others in society Human rights and social justice	Global citizenship Sustainable Development and Environmental Responsibility Ethical behaviour and social responsibility Empathy and social engagement	Rights and Responsibilities Respect for laws Public health and safety Community safety Social justice Human rights Economic inequality and social responsibility Impact of poverty
9	Democracy The influence of politics The role of the Prime Minister Voting UK government Political parties Local council Pressure groups	Rights and Responsibilities Equality Fair representation Laws Sense of belonging and community Inclusion Access to support services	Patient rights Access to healthcare Informed decision making Research ethics Planning ahead
10 Non-GCSE	Drugs and alcohol in society	Banking services Budgeting Saving Borrowing and debt Financial risks	Social influence Laws
10 GCSE AQA Citizenship	Life in Modern Britain Principles and values in British society Identity The media and the free press The UK's role in key international organisations Making a difference in society	Politics and Participation Political power in the UK Local and devolved government Where does political power reside? How do others govern themselves? Bringing about political change	Taking Citizenship Action Case studies of citizen action Your investigation
11 GCSE AQA Citizenship	Rights and Responsibilities Laws in contemporary society Rights and responsibilities within the legal system How laws protect the citizen and deal with criminals Universal human rights Bringing about change in the legal system	Revision