Equality and Inclusion Statement
At Cedarwood we aim to achieve Excellence and Enjoyment for All, and equality and inclusion are central to our school’s ethos. We believe that diversity is a strength, which should be respected and celebrated by all those who learn, teach and visit us. We welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010 and are committed to eliminating discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations.
We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers and aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to the school feel proud of their identity and ability to participate fully in school life.
We tackle discrimination through the positive promotion of equality, by challenging bullying and stereotypes and by creating an environment which champions respect for all.
Our Equality and Inclusion objectives are progressed and reported termly to governors. The objectives for 2020-24 can be found in our Equality and Inclusion Plan.
Equality and Inclusion 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
- 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 and materials which are inclusive and reflective of our pupils and the wider community
Equality and Inclusion Responsibilities
We believe that promoting equality is the responsibility of everyone in the school community. Please see below which outlines the different responsibilties held:
| School Community | Responsibility |
| Governing Body |
Involving and engaging the whole school community in identifying and understanding equality barriers and in the setting of objectives to address these. Agreeing the Equality Statement and objectives. Overseeing the safer recruitment process and ensuring equality in throughout the process. Take an active role in supporting and challenging the school to achieve the commitment made to the school community in tackling inequality and achieving equality of opportunity for all. |
| Headteacher |
Promoting key messages to staff, parents and pupils about equality and what is expected of them and can be expected from the school in carrying out its day-to-day duties. Ensuring that the whole school community receives adequate training to meet the need of delivering equality, including pupil awareness. Ensuring that all staff are aware of their responsibility to record and report prejudice related incidents. |
| Senior Management Team |
To support the Headteacher as above. Ensure fair treatment and access to services and opportunities. Ensure that all staff are aware of their responsibility to record and report prejudice related incidents. |
| Teaching Staff |
Uphold the commitment made to pupils and parents/carers on how they can be expected to be treated. Design and deliver an inclusive curriculum. Support children to make good progress. Record and report prejudice related incidents. |
| TAs, Play Leaders and Office Staff |
Uphold the commitment made by the headteacher on how pupils and parents/carers can be expected to be treated. Support colleagues and pupils within the school community. Record and report prejudice related incidents. |
| Parents and Carers | Take an active role in supporting and challenging the school to achieve the commitment given to the school community in tackling inequality and achieving equality of opportunity for all. |
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Pupils |
Follow the school rules – Ready, Respectful, Safe. Display the British Values and school’s ARK Values. Support the school by standing up to and speaking out about any equality. |
| Local Community |
Take an active part in identifying barriers for the school community and in informing the governing body of actions that can be taken to eradicate these. Take an active role in supporting and challenging the school to achieve the commitment made to the school community in tackling inequality and achieving equality of opportunity for all. |