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The Good Shepherd
Catholic Primary School
“I am the Good Shepherd; I know my own and my own know me”. John 10:14"
Subsidiarity
“Jethro said to Moses: Let them bring every important case to you, but decide every minor case themselves.”
Exodus 18:22
Subsidiarity is about ensuring decisions are made at the most suitable level, allowing everyone impacted to have a voice and contribute. Each person holds valuable insights and understands what is best for their families and communities. They deserve the opportunity to be heard and influence the decisions that affect them.
Teamwork and Subsidiarity in PE: Solving Challenges Together
In PE, we were put into teams to complete an OAA task and encouraged to solve problems on our own. We made decisions together, without the teacher stepping in to guide us. This approach relates to subsidiarity, which means handling issues at the most immediate level possible. By working independently, we took responsibility, strengthened our teamwork, and gained confidence.
Subsidiarity in Action
School Parliament Elections
We represent the views of our class. We present our manifesto to our friends and we are voted in as the class member of parliament.
Classroom Roles and Responsibilities
At the Good Shepherd, our pupils actively participate in various roles and responsibilities within their classes, embracing the principle of subsidiarity. Whether serving as office monitors, compost monitors, or door monitors, each pupil takes their duties seriously, contributing to the classroom community and fostering a strong sense of responsibility. This approach empowers pupils to play an active role in their daily environment.
Home Learning Projects
Each half term, pupils are assigned 'Home Learning Projects' that explore various areas of the curriculum. They can choose from a range of project options, allowing them to make decisions based on their own interests and learning styles. This approach empowers pupils to take ownership of their learning, selecting methods that best suit how they understand and complete tasks. Here are some examples of their inspiring work!