Provision to promote pupils' spiritual development is judged to be good in over half of schools. It is mainly fostered, however, through acts of collective worship and RE lessons, rather than through the curriculum more widely. The vast majority of schools provide a daily act of collective worship, mainly of a Christian nature. Assemblies frequently deal with aspects of personal relationships and the central themes of Christianity and other major world religions. Provision for moral development is good in nine in ten schools.
Appropriate emphasis is placed on the difference between right and wrong.
Social development is also effectively promoted in a large majority of schools. Pupils are encouraged to take on responsibilities which increase as they get older. They help with tasks around the school and increasingly act as mentors for younger or new pupils. Pupils respond very well to such opportunities and take part enthusiastically in activities such as school councils or fund-raising for charity. Cultural development is well fostered in over half of schools and is supported by a range of visits and by inviting visitors to schools and by studies in art, music, history, geography and religious education.