Equality and Diversity

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

At our primary school, we believe that every child has the right to feel valued, respected, and included. Equality and diversity are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a learning environment where differences are celebrated, and all pupils, regardless of their background, identity, or ability, have the opportunity to thrive. By promoting fairness, mutual respect, and an understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives, we prepare our pupils not only to succeed academically but also to contribute positively to a diverse and inclusive society. We believe that all people in our community deserve and can expect fair treatment and opportunity.  We know that to achieve this we must take positive action and actively educate our community.  This is the responsibility of all the staff, students and parents within our community.

At Mill View we have committed to work through a process to reflect on and review our practices, right through the whole school, from governors and SLT through to families.  Addressing societies inequalities requires a long term commitment; we are committed to implement actions and resources for systemic change. 

The SLT and governing body will take responsibility and demonstrate their full commitment to this process.  It is a high priority within the school.  We will ensure all members of this community feel they can discuss openly and will have their views respected.  We will challenge views and processes we believe discriminate against any member of our community, especially those identified as having a protected characteristic by the Equalities Act 2010.   

Katie Hetherington will be the Diversity, Equalities and Inclusion Lead on this project.  Jane Beston will be the DEI Governor Lead.  

We have identified a number of Equality Objectives for our school for the upcoming year, which can be seen below.