Bishopton Redmarshall CE Primary School use SuperKind to complement the school’s commitment to nurturing each individual’s talents within a framework of love, friendship, respect, and resilience.
What drew you to use SuperKind?
The school’s involvement with the SuperKind initiative emerged from an established culture of engaging with social issues. Discussions about difficult topics had long been encouraged, and the children’s proactive attitudes towards social action became increasingly evident. The formation of the Pupil Action Team (moving beyond the typical School Council) gave students a platform to channel their ideas, demonstrating their capacity for leadership and responsibility. Upon learning about SuperKind, the school recognised its alignment with their values and consulted the Pupil Action Team before formally introducing the initiative during a whole-school assembly.
How was SuperKind implemented at Bishopton Redmarshall?
SuperKind was seamlessly integrated into the responsibilities of the Pupil Action Team. This group, comprising enthusiastic and motivated students, meets monthly with the Headteacher to discuss pressing social issues. Each meeting concludes with a pledge—a commitment to raising awareness, funds, or taking other meaningful actions. Embedding the initiative in this way ensures that it remains a continuous and impactful element of school life. Pupils are aware of the need to advocate for fairness and justice, and they use their knowledge of the world to help beyond the classroom.
“There is an active culture of justice where pupils and adults alike take responsibility for themselves and others. Championing others and social action are woven into the very fabric of the school.” – SIAMS, November 2024.
What are some examples of social actions that the Award has led you to take?
The Pupil Action Team has undertaken several impactful projects as part of the SuperKind initiative, including:
– Support for the Homeless: The team raised money to purchase personal care items, which were assembled into individual bags containing dental and personal hygiene essentials. Additionally, the funds were used to buy sleeping bags, all of which were delivered to a local charity for distribution.
“Some pupils belong to a Pupil Action Group. They tell staff what they would like to do to promote justice and fight injustice, and staff support them to do it. Recently, following a concern raised after seeing homelessness firsthand in a nearby town, pupils pledged to respond. Inspired to act, the school community came together and have donated hundreds of welfare packages to organisations supporting the homeless locally.”– SIAMS, November 24
– Food Bank Donations: A school-wide food collection drive supported a local food bank.
– Care Home Outreach: To tackle loneliness
among the elderly, the students created cards and collected gifts for a local care home. This effort was complemented by the
production of a heartfelt Christmas advert, highlighting the issue of loneliness.
– Hedgehog Friendly Campus- The Pupil Action Team have ensured that our school is a safe place for wildlife by raising awareness
about our existing pond and hedges. We can take hedgehogs in school for hibernation due to this action.
– Litter Picking: The team organised a village-wide litter pick to improve the local environment.
– Road Safety Awareness: Posters were designed and displayed to promote road safety within the community
What benefits have you seen to the children since starting your journey with SuperKind?
The SuperKind initiative has amplified the natural empathy of the children at Bishopton Redmarshall CE Primary School. Students have become increasingly aware that their concerns are heard and valued. More importantly, they understand that, with dedication and teamwork, they can create meaningful change. The projects have been predominantly student-led, with educators acting as
facilitators, guiding the children while granting them autonomy and agency. This approach has fostered a collaborative environment where both children and adults feel equally valued, ensuring that all voices and perspectives are considered.
Concluding remarks
The integration of SuperKind at Bishopton Redmarshall CE Primary School exemplifies how a values-driven approach can empower young people to lead with kindness and purpose. Through monthly pledges and sustained social action, the students are learning valuable life skills while making a meaningful impact on their community. This initiative highlights the school’s dedication to fostering a generation of compassionate, socially aware individuals and develop as courageous advocates.
“Pupils are empowered by experiences like these to identify injustice and to take action to improve both their local community and
the world around them.” – SIAMS, November 24.
Looking ahead, Bishopton Redmarshall CE Primary School remains committed to empowering its students through the Pupil Action Team. By addressing both local and global issues—whether identified by the children themselves or inspired by current events—the school ensures that its ethos of kindness and community engagement continues to flourish.
