Date Event SMSC Impact Autumn 2017 20 th - 22 nd Jewish New Year (Key Stage & class assemblies) To raise awareness of other cultures To observe similarities and differences in theirs and the lives of others 21 st International of Peace To understand the to promote and strengthen the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and people. Theme 2017: Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All. 22 nd Jeans for Genes To raise awareness of childhood diseases 22 nd 28 th Harvest festival Celebration To understand the importance of harvest To understand how we can support those who are in To promote collaborative partnerships with the local community 26 th European of Languages To be aware of linguistic diversity and understand the rich cultural heritage of Europe 28 th National Poetry To promote the positive benefits of reading poetry Opportunity to write and share poems, this year s theme is Freedom October Black History Month (Key Stage & class assemblies) To raise awareness of other cultures To observe similarities and differences in theirs and the lives of others To understand which prejudices used to exist October Walk to school Month To understand the health and social benefits of walking to school 18 th 22 nd October Diwali To develop an understanding of other faiths To observe similarities and differences 5 th Guy Fawkes Night To understand events in our history that shaped Britain
Date Event SMSC Impact Autumn 2017 11 th Remembrance To ensure children remember World War II in Britain and the sacrifices made by our ancestors 13th to 17th Anti-Bullying To raise awareness of bullying and discuss what we can do to stop it 17 th Children in Need To raise awareness of UK charities 20 th to 26 th Road Safety Raising awareness of road safety and looking at how we can help keep each other safe. 30 th St. Andrew's To understand the importance of St. Andrew s to people living in Scotland Carol Concert To be able to take part in a whole school social event Carol Concert at St Giles Church Pantomime To be able to take part in a whole school social event 8 th Ickenham Festival To be able to take part in a social event in the local community 8 th Slippers for Shelter To raise awareness of UK charities 13 th - 20 th Hanukah To raise awareness of Judaism and the importance of Hanukah to Jews Opportunity to compare to own beliefs 15 th Jumper To raise awareness of UK charities To understand the importance of Advent and within Christianity. To celebrate the true meaning of the Christian festival
Date Event SMSC Impact Spring 2018 27 th Jan to 3 rd Feb National Storytelling week To promote the tradition of story telling To be able to take part in story telling events in the local community 6 th February Safer Internet 16 th February Chinese New Year Raising awareness of how to stay safe when using the internet and other mobile technologies To understand how the Chinese, celebrate their New Year 13 th February 14 th Feb Shrove Tuesday/ Ash Wednesday and Lent Pupils to understand that Easter is an important event within the Christian calendar 14 th February Valentine's To understand why people in Britain celebrate Valentine's 26 th February - 12th March Fairtrade Fortnight To encourage children to become responsible citizens. To understand how Fairtrade can make a significant difference to farmers' and workers' lives To be aware that retailers do treat their workers fairly 1 st March St David s To gain an understanding of cultural diversity in Britain To understand the importance of our patron saints 1 st March World Book To promote the positive benefits of reading To encourage an enjoyment of books and reading 1 st - 2 nd March Holi Festival of Colour To develop an understanding of other faiths To observe similarities and differences 9 th - 18 th March British Science To engage and stimulate children in the awe and wonder of science, technology and engineering
Date Event SMSC Impact Spring 2018 11 th March Mother s To understand the Christian festival Mothering Sunday To recognize and appreciate our mums and all they do for us 12 th March Commonwealth To understand that the Commonwealth is a family of 53 nations, spread over every continent and ocean in the world. Although the people of the Commonwealth and different in many ways, they work together by sharing ideas and experiences, skills and knowledge 17 th March St Patrick s To gain an understanding of cultural diversity in Britain To understand the importance of our patron saints 17 th 23 rd March Sports Relief To understand that there are people in the UK and Africa, as well as other parts of the world who live in poverty To understand how we can help disadvantaged people through fundraising 21 st March World Poetry To promote poetry in school To be able to take part in poetry reading and writing events in the local community 21 st March World Down Syndrome To raise awareness of Down Syndrome 26 th March 2 nd April 1 st April Autism awareness month Easter Sunday To raise awareness of autism To reflect upon and understand the true meaning of Easter with the Christian faith To understand how Christian s, celebrate Easter
Date Event SMSC Impact Summer 2018 20 th April Deaf To raise awareness of deafness 21 st April The Queen's Birthday Children understand why birthdays are celebrated. Children understand that Britain has a Monarchy and that the Queen is Head of State 23 rd April St George's 7 th May May Children celebrate English heritage and learn about the story of St. George and the Dragon. Children know that St. George is the Patron Saint of England Children understand about the traditional English May celebrations which include Morris dancing, crowning a May Queen and dancing around a Maypole 21 st May Diversity To raise awareness about the importance of intercultural dialogue, diversity and inclusion. To build a community of individuals committed to support diversity with real and every day-life gestures To combat stereotypes to improve understanding and cooperation among people from different cultures 12 th 16 th June Healthy Eating Children understand that eating healthy has a positive impact on their well-being Children are encouraged to try new foods and make the right choices 4 th 8 th June Child Safety Children have a greater awareness of potential dangers in and around the home 5 th June World Environment To raise global awareness and to encourage children to take positive environmental action to protect nature and the planet Earth 17 th June Father's Children understand why it is important to celebrate those who look after us Children understand that celebrating Father's is a tradition in Britain
Date Event SMSC Impact Summer 2018 21 st June Summer Solstice Children are aware that this is the longest day of the year 9 th 17 th June Children s Art To raise the profile of the various arts in school Art is celebrated in its different forms 2 nd 6 th July Oxfam Water To learn about the causes and symptoms of water vulnerability Children to discuss what can be done to overcome water vulnerability 4 th July American Independence To know and understand the history and geography of America., including when it was discovered, by whom, the names and location of the different states and famous American landmarks