Introduction
The Equality Act 2010 identifies seven ‘protected characteristics’ that it is unlawful to discriminate against by treating someone to whom one or more of the characteristics apply less favourably. They are:
The school’s vision statement refers inclusively to providing our pupils with a 'chance to shine and dare to bee different'.
Our school is committed to equal opportunities and as such we challenge prejudice and inequality in all its forms. We will continue to build on good practice through our Public Sector Equality Duty.
Further Information
SHINE MAT Equality Policy
More information of the Equality Act 2010 and schools can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/315587/Equality_Act_Advice_Final.pdf
The Equality Act 2010 identifies seven ‘protected characteristics’ that it is unlawful to discriminate against by treating someone to whom one or more of the characteristics apply less favourably. They are:
- Sex
- Race
- Disability
- Religion or belief
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Pregnancy or maternity
- Eliminate discrimination and 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.
The school’s vision statement refers inclusively to providing our pupils with a 'chance to shine and dare to bee different'.
Our school is committed to equal opportunities and as such we challenge prejudice and inequality in all its forms. We will continue to build on good practice through our Public Sector Equality Duty.
Further Information
SHINE MAT Equality Policy
More information of the Equality Act 2010 and schools can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/315587/Equality_Act_Advice_Final.pdf
