Citizenship

Why study your subject?

Our aim is to provide pupils with knowledge, skills and understanding to prepare them to play a full and active part in society. This includes generating an awareness and understanding of democracy, government and how laws are made and upheld. We hope to equip pupils with the skills and knowledge to explore political and social issues critically, to weigh evidence, debate and make reasoned arguments. Furthermore, we aim to prepare pupils to take their place in society as responsible citizens, manage their money well and make sound financial decisions.

We hope the curriculum delivery will encourage students to become active participants in the society in which we live, as they will have knowledge about the systems and structures they can use and therefore be confident to do so, making them active participants of the wider world as adults.

How is your subject implemented?

Lessons are delivered in a way that allows students to discuss the issues raised. Students that study Citizenship at FBEC are able to express views and opinions in a safe environment. Citizenship education helps individuals to learn to respect people with different ethnic backgrounds, nationalities and cultures – challenging opinions appropriately when necessary.

Through the units we encourage students to think about the society in which they live and rights and responsibilities they have within society.

The Impact of the Citizenship Curriculum.

We hope the curriculum delivery will encourage students to become active participants in the society in which we live, as they will have knowledge about the systems and structures they can use and therefore be confident to do so, making them active participants of the wider world as adults.