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SMSC (Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development)

The wider development of pupils that schools in England must promote across the curriculum and school life.

Stands for
Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development
Used in
England
Topic
Curriculum

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British values (Fundamental British values) England
The values schools in England must actively promote: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect for and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
Personal development England Northern Ireland
The wider development of pupils' character, wellbeing and readiness for life; in Northern Ireland, part of the Personal Development and Mutual Understanding (PDMU) area.

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