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Equality

Sherwood Foundation School is committed to the development of cohesive communities both within our school’s physical boundaries and within our local, national and global environments. Our school will always embrace working together with others to improve children’s educational and well-being outcomes.  Our school is extremely proud of the work it does to ensure all pupils are able to meet their potential and this is well illustrated in our LEARN values and through the subsequent strategies that are delivered by our transdisciplinary team, to ensure all our pupils have the best possible chance of educational success and aspirational outcomes. 

The Equality Act 2010 was introduced to ensure protection from discrimination, harassment and victimisation on the grounds of specific characteristics (referred to as protected characteristics). This means that schools cannot discriminate against pupils or treat them less favourably because of their sex (gender), race, disability, religion or belief, gender reassignment, sexual orientation or pregnancy or maternity.

The Act introduced requires all schools to comply with the Public Sector Equality Duty and two specific duties.

Public Sector Equality Duty requires us a school to:

  • Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation 
  • Advance equality of opportunity between different groups
  • Foster good relations between different groups

The Two “specific duties” requires us to:

  • Publish information to show compliance with the Equality Duty
  • Publish Equality Objectives at least every 4 years which are specific and measurable

The Equality Duty Report (and its objectives) and our Accessibility Plan demonstrate our adherence and progress against these two duties.  These two documents can be found on the policy page of our website.  

We recognise that these duties reflect international human rights standards as expressed in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities, and the Human Rights Act 1998.

Equality Statement 

At Sherwood Foundation School, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of school life. Guided by our LEARN ethos – Listen, Enable, Accept, Respect and Nurture – we strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Our Commitment

We ensure that all members of our school community are treated fairly and with dignity, regardless of their background or identity. We actively challenge discrimination and foster a culture of mutual respect and understanding.

Protected Characteristics

In line with the Equality Act 2010, we explicitly uphold the rights of individuals and protect against discrimination based on:

  • Age

  • Disability

  • Gender reassignment

  • Marriage and civil partnership

  • Pregnancy and maternity

  • Race

  • Religion or belief

  • Sex

  • Sexual orientation

How Our LEARN Ethos Supports Equality

  • Listen: We listen to every voice in our community, ensuring that concerns and ideas are heard and valued.

  • Enable: We enable all learners and staff to access opportunities by removing barriers and providing support.

  • Accept: We accept and celebrate individuality, fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is embraced.

  • Respect: We promote respect for all, valuing differences and encouraging positive relationships.

  • Nurture: We create a safe, supportive environment where wellbeing and equality are central to our practice.

Our Actions

  • We monitor and review policies and practices to ensure equality is embedded throughout the school.

  • We provide training and guidance for staff to uphold inclusive values.

  • We engage with pupils, parents, and the wider community to promote understanding and celebrate diversity.

 

‘Pupils respect and celebrate the many differences between themselves and others. Parents appreciate the school’s consideration of their child’s spirituality and individuality, creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity……..The engaging displays and welcoming atmosphere reflect the school’s vibrant and inclusive culture’.

Ofsted 2024

 

 

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