Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Hey-with-Zion Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that every child, family, member of staff, governor, volunteer and visitor is treated with dignity, respect and fairness.
As part of the Epworth Education Trust, we believe that equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a safe, welcoming and successful school community.
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Equality means ensuring everyone has fair access to opportunities and is protected from discrimination.
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Diversity means recognising, valuing and celebrating the differences that make people unique.
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Inclusion means creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, safe and able to belong.
We are committed to removing barriers to learning, participation and employment, promoting positive relationships and ensuring that all members of our community can flourish regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity status, or any other characteristic.
Our school actively promotes the principles of the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duty by:
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Eliminating discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
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Advancing equality of opportunity.
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Fostering good relations between people from different backgrounds and experiences.
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Promoting a culture of belonging where everyone feels known, valued and connected to our school community.
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Ensuring all children have access to a broad and enriching curriculum and wider opportunities.
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Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and making reasonable adjustments where required.
We regularly review our policies, practices and school data to ensure that all members of our community are treated fairly and that barriers to participation and achievement are identified and addressed.
We are proud to be an inclusive school where children are encouraged to respect others, celebrate diversity and develop an understanding of different cultures, beliefs, backgrounds and experiences. Through our curriculum, collective worship, personal development programme, pupil leadership opportunities and wider enrichment activities, we aim to ensure that every child feels a genuine sense of belonging and is able to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Related Information
For further information, please view our Trust and school policy page:
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