Equality Statement & Objectives
EQUALITY STATEMENT, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Equality Duty
The Headteacher, Staff and School Board of Jupiter Primary School are aware of their responsibility under the Equality Act 2010, which requires schools to have due regard to the need to:
- Eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation and all other conduct that is prohibited by the Act
- Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and people who do not share it
- Foster good relations across all characteristics- between people who share a protected characteristic and people who do not share it.
Protected Characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and Civil Partnership
- Pregnancy and Maternity
- Race (colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin)
- Religion or belief (including lack of belief)
- Sex (gender)
- Sexual Orientation (heterosexual, homosexual, lesbian and bisexual)
Danes Educational Trust - Vision and Values
Danes Educational Trust is committed to building a fair and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and be their best by embracing the differences they bring.
Evidenced by our core values we recognise the importance of a safe and respectful place to work for our staff and learners, where there is no place for inequality of any kind.
We continue to do everything we can to employ and educate without prejudice.To that end, we are partnering with a Diversity and Inclusion specialist externally to further review our position and seek ways in which we can continue to improve.
Jupiter Equality Statement
At Jupiter Primary, we have reviewed our Equality Objectives Action Plan, which is attached below. The Trust is committed to establishing a clear framework in which to govern the treatment of all students within our schools, therefore seeking to remove human prejudice from the decision-making process and overcoming any inequality, ensuring that every child and young person that attends one of our schools receives an education which offers them the best chance at fulfilling their potential.
During 2023-24, staff at the school will be working to:
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To monitor, track and raise the attainment of SEND & vulnerable groups
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To continue to promote a culture of respect and trust, where every individual in our community is known and valued, consistent with our school’s core values
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To ensure we build a fair and inclusive culture where all members of our school community can can thrive and embrace the differences they have
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To raise awareness of diversity across all cultures, including people's beliefs, abilities, preferences, backgrounds, values and identities
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To reduce homophobic and racial language and to robustly challenge any bullying and prejudicial incidents; supporting victims with care.
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To ensure the resources and displays reflect our diverse population
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To continue to ensure the accessibility of curriculum and extra-curricular provision for all
Equality Objectives Action Plan – Jupiter Primary School
Overarching aim: To establish an inclusive and respectful learning community that supports and celebrates diversity
Equality Act 2010: Protected characteristics and types of discrimination
1. Age 2. Disability 3. Gender reassignment 4. Marriage and civil partnership 5. Pregnancy and maternity 6. Race & Ethnicity 7. Religion or belief 8. Sex 9. Sexual Orientation
