Equality Objectives

The Equality Act 2010 requires us to publish information that demonstrates that we have due regard for the need to:

Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment, victimisation and any other conduct prohibited by the Equality Act 2010.

Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and people who do not share it.

Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and people who do not share it.

EQUALITY OBJECTIVES 2023-2027

To monitor and analyse pupil achievement by the protected characteristics
To act upon trends or patterns in data that require additional support for pupils
To raise levels of attainment in core subjects for vulnerable learners

Equality Statement

At Stretham Community Primary School we are committed to ensuring equality of education and opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers who learn from the school, irrespective of race, gender, disability, faith or religion or socio-economic background. We aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to the school feel proud of their identity and able to participate fully in school life.

The achievement of pupils will be monitored by race, EAL, gender and disability and we will use this data to support pupils, raise standards and ensure inclusive teaching. We will tackle discrimination by the positive promotion of equality, challenging bullying and stereotypes and creating an environment which champions respect for all. At Stretham Community Primary School we believe that diversity is a strength, which should be respected and celebrated by all those who learn, teach and visit here.

We do this by:

Treating all those within the school community (e.g. pupils, staff, governors, parents and the community) as individuals with their own particular abilities, beliefs, challenges, attitudes, background and experience.
Creating and maintaining a school ethos which promotes equality, develops understanding and challenges myths, stereotypes, misconceptions and prejudices.
Encouraging everyone in our school community to gain a positive self-image and high self-esteem.
Having high expectations for everyone involved with the whole school community.
Promoting mutual respect and valuing each other’s similarities and differences and facing equalities issues openly and honestly.
Monitoring and reviewing all the above to secure continuous improvement in all we do.

Equality in Teaching and learning

We provide all our pupils with the opportunity to succeed and to reach the highest level of personal achievement. We do this by:

Ensuring equality of access for all pupils and preparing them for life in a diverse society
Providing a coherently sequenced curriculum which teaches knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to enable children to respect diversity and treat others equally
Using materials that reflect the diversity of the school population, local community and more widely, without stereotyping
Promoting attitudes and values that challenge any discriminatory behaviour
or prejudice
Providing opportunities for pupils to appreciate their own culture and celebrate the diversity of other cultures
Seeking to involve all parents in supporting their child’s education
Utilising teaching approaches appropriate for the whole school population which are inclusive and reflective of our pupils.

Equality in Admissions and Exclusions

Our admissions arrangements are fair and transparent and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender, religion, belief, disability and/or socio-economic background.

Equal Opportunities for Staff

All staff appointments and promotions are made on the basis of merit and ability and in compliance with the law. We are keen to ensure that the staffing of the school reflects the diversity of our community.

No member of staff is paid over £100,000 at this school.