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    • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

    Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

    At Archbishop Cranmer Church of England Primary Academy, our Christian vision of ‘Striving for life in all its fullness’(John 10:10) reflects our commitment to ensuring that every member of our school community is valued, respected and given opportunities to flourish.

    We recognise that equality does not always mean treating everyone in exactly the same way. Children and families have different strengths, experiences and needs, and we are committed to identifying and reducing barriers to learning, participation and achievement.

    Through our inclusive ethos, curriculum and wider school experiences, we seek to promote equality of opportunity, celebrate diversity, challenge discrimination and foster a strong sense of belonging for all pupils, staff and families.

    Our Public Sector Equality Duty

    Under the Equality Act 2010, schools have a duty to:

    • Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
    • Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.
    • Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.

    At Archbishop Cranmer, we consider these responsibilities when developing our policies, planning our curriculum, reviewing provision and making decisions that affect our school community.

    We monitor pupil outcomes, engagement, attendance and participation to identify potential inequalities and take appropriate action to address them. Our school leaders and governors review this information to inform school improvement and ensure that equality remains a priority.

    Our Equality Objectives 2025–2029

    Our current equality objectives are:

    1. Respect and dignity: To promote a culture of respect where all members of our community are treated with dignity and discrimination is challenged.
    2. Engagement and participation: To improve the engagement and participation of all groups within our school community.
    3. Equality of opportunity: To ensure all pupils have equitable access to enrichment opportunities, including clubs, educational visits and wider experiences.
    4. Reducing disadvantage: To identify and support pupils and families experiencing disadvantage and reduce barriers to participation and achievement.
    5. Educational outcomes: To ensure all pupils are supported to make strong academic progress and to identify and address differences in outcomes between groups.

    Our Equality Policy and Equality Objectives Review outline the actions we take and how we evaluate their impact.

    Understanding Protected Characteristics

    The Equality Act 2010 identifies nine protected characteristics:

    1. Age
    2. Disability
    3. Gender reassignment
    4. Marriage and civil partnership
    5. Pregnancy and maternity
    6. Race
    7. Religion or belief
    8. Sex
    9. Sexual orientation

    The Act provides protection against discrimination in a range of settings, including education and employment. The legal protections differ according to the context. For example, age, marriage and civil partnership are not protected characteristics under the provisions specifically governing school pupils.

    At Archbishop Cranmer, we promote understanding of equality, dignity and diversity through age-appropriate teaching and our wider school ethos. Children learn to recognise and respect differences, challenge stereotypes and understand why discrimination and prejudice are unacceptable.

    Our Protected Characteristics Progression Map outlines how this understanding is developed progressively throughout school.

    Inclusion in Practice

    Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is reflected throughout school life.

    An inclusive curriculum: We aim to ensure that all pupils can access a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum through adaptive teaching, appropriate support and the removal of barriers to learning.

    Positive relationships and belonging: Our Christian values and Take Care ethos promote kindness, respect and responsibility, helping children develop positive relationships and a sense of belonging.

    Representation and diversity: Through books, curriculum content, Religious Education and wider experiences, children encounter people, cultures, experiences and perspectives that reflect the diversity of modern Britain and the wider world.

    Pupil voice and participation: We encourage children to share their views, contribute to school life and participate in leadership opportunities, ensuring that different voices and experiences are recognised.

    Collective worship and reflection: Weekly Picture News collective worship and class reflections provide opportunities to explore issues of equality, fairness, rights and responsibilities, encouraging children to consider different perspectives and develop empathy.

    Access to wider opportunities: We seek to identify and reduce barriers that may prevent children from participating fully in clubs, visits, residential experiences and other enrichment activities.

    Partnership with families: We work closely with parents, carers and external professionals to understand individual needs, strengthen provision and support children's wellbeing and achievement.

    Diverse and Inclusive Reading

    Books provide valuable opportunities for children to encounter different experiences, cultures, family structures and perspectives. We aim to ensure that the books children encounter reflect both their own experiences and those of the wider world.

    Families may find the following recommended booklists useful:

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