Main Site VI Form 0114 239 2661 info@sheffieldparkacademy.org MENU CurriculumSMSC Remote Learning FAQs for Parents Wellbeing information Accessing work from home Transition Special Educational Needs Parent and Community Meeting SMSC At Sheffield Park Academy we recognise that the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of students plays a significant part in their ability to learn and achieve. Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Education (SMSC) is delivered in all curriculum areas and in every aspect of Academy life. SMSC Education is broadly split into four areas: Spiritual Exploring beliefs and experiences; respecting values; discovering oneself and the surrounding world; using imagination and creativity; reflection. Moral Recognising right and wrong; understanding consequences; investigating moral and ethical issues; offering reasoned views. Social Using social skills in different contexts; working well with others; resolving conflicts; understanding how communities work. Cultural Appreciating cultural influences; participating in cultural opportunities; understanding, accepting, respecting and celebrating diversity. Sheffield Park Academy promotes SMSC development of our students through a variety of ways including: the provision of a broadly balanced and rich curriculum. Within this, teachers strive to promote opportunities whereby students are encouraged to engage with the wider world, and consider and question their place within it, the delivery of a PSHE and Citizenship programme (see separate page) which enables students to discuss issues that arise in situations beyond academic and vocational study, a varied assembly and weekly Thought for the Week programme through which teachers and visitors discuss topics that help students reflect upon themes that are important in the wider world today, an extensive extra-curricular programme that includes sporting, academic, musical and cultural opportunities In KS3 a weekly Religious Education lesson looking at the teachings of various religions as they apply to a range of ethical issues. Links with the Wider Community Links with local places of worship are fostered. Visits to places of worship of other faiths will be arranged to support the understanding of different cultures. The Academy supports the work of a variety of charities. The development of a strong home-school agreement that enables parents and teachers to work in an effective partnership to support students. Students will be taught to appreciate and take responsibility for their local environment. Liaison with local primary and secondary schools to support and enhance the curriculum. Contact Us Sheffield Park Academy Beaumont Road North Sheffield S2 1SN 0114 239 2661 info@sheffieldparkacademy.org Receptionist - Mrs T Sutcliffe Principal - Mr R. Freeman SENCO – Miss R Molson Tel: 0114 239 2661 Email: info@sheffieldparkacademy.org Key Information Curriculum Ethos and Values Governance Useful Links Heads Welcome Copyright ©2021 Log in The school is part of United Learning. United Learning comprises: UCST (Registered in England No: 2780748. Charity No. 1016538) and ULT (Registered in England No. 4439859. An Exempt Charity). Companies limited by guarantee. VAT number 834 8515 12. Registered address: United Learning, Worldwide House, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough, PE3 6SB. Tel: 01832 864 444 Financial Accountability and Freedom of Information Website Terms, Cookies and Privacy Policies