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Plastic Pollution

Plastic pollution in our oceans is a global problem. In this series of resources we invite KS2 teachers to help their pupils understand the environmental challenges we face and encourage youth activism.
Home Learning Pack for KS1 and KS2

A Home Learning Pack for KS1 and KS2 pupils to support SMSC, Citizenship and PSHE learning during the Coronavirus crisis.
Why do we wash our hands? Download
Why do we wash our hands?

In this lesson pupils will learn that washing their hands can help to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses which cause illnesses. Pupils will look at different techniques and understand when hand washing is essential. Check out this free resource today!

Live life in all its fullness

Gemma, an Assistant Head Teacher in Coventry, discusses how SMSC provision helps them fulfill the school's mission of preparing children for life. Find out how...
The UK Justice System Is At Risk

Does the current UK Justice system protect its citizens' access to justice? As a Australian citizen, interning at a youth participation charity I was keen to explore.
The SMSC Quality Mark 'verification plus' offer gives teachers confidence

As SMSC lead in a EYFS and KS1 school, we recognised the importance of preparing rounded individuals and believed our provision to be of a high standard. The Quality Mark gave us that external validation as well as valuable support. Read more...
Age Is No Limit To Action

14-year-old Scottish environmentalist, Holly Gillibrand, shares her climate activism journey, from striking outside her school in Fort William to campaigning at Westminster, alongside Greta Thunberg.
Skills-based Volunteering with Young Citizens

Experts in Schools business volunteer, Badr Iftikhar, shares his experience of working with young Londoners during an employer-supported volunteer opportunity.
8 Leaders of Tomorrow - Is the Future Female?

With the global climate strikes shining a light on youth activism, I've discovered more stories of inspirational young women who are making a big difference.
My Employee Volunteering Experience with Young Citizens

Ciara Martin, Director in FTI Consulting's Strategic Communications Team, shares her volunteering experience with the Experts in Schools programmes.
Preparing pupils for society using the SMSC Quality Mark

Primary teacher, Beth Gascoigne-Owens, sought a solution to the ever-changing landscape of society and increasing curriculum demands. Discover her solution...
Why SMSC development underpins everything we say, do and teach

Executive Headteacher and former Ofsted Inspector, Sue Sayers explains how the SMSC Quality Mark's audit tool was key for identifying progress pathways and addressing the new OFSTED framework.
“I want my one little voice to be part of something bigger.”

Stella Baynes, talks about her experiences of delivering the Make a Difference Challenge social action programme in her daughter's primary school.

British values
Importance of citizenship education
7. The importance of citizenship education
Free SMSC Resource for Key Stage 2

Would you like a free lesson to help you develop KS2 children's SMSC learning? This trial pack of lessons from our Go-Givers website contains the lessons "Democracy" and "Protecting Local Habitats".
Go-Givers Free Trial Pack

Would you like a free trial pack of lessons to support pupils' SMSC learning? This trial pack of lessons from our Go-Givers website contains the lessons "Plastic Pollution" and "Taking Responsibility" for KS1 children and the lessons "Democracy" and "Protecting Local Habitats" for KS2 children.
Mock Trials

The Mock Trials are an effective and fun way of helping young people understand how the judicial system works. Learn how you can get involved...
Why teach citizenship?
Lowering the voting age to 16

Here, we give teachers a little support for debating the topic in class with students. Do young people of this age know enough about politics yet? And if they could vote, can they be trusted to do it sensibly?
Free SMSC Resources for Key Stage 1

Would you like some free lessons to help you develop KS1 children's SMSC learning? This trial pack of lessons from our Go-Givers website contains the lessons "Plastic Pollution" and "Taking Responsibility"
Introduction

We are an education charity that inspires young people to play an active role in society. Find out more...

I’ve just got my money back via a ‘Small Claims Court’. Would young people know they can do that?

Our CEO tells of his own recent experience of using the law to protect his rights, and explains why basic legal understanding is vitally important for all young people, if they're to be confident young citizens. Read more