We take practical steps to ensure that we do not make assumptions about pupils’ participation in activities based upon their gender. Our organisational structure, behaviour policy and curriculum are applied to all, regardless of gender. Classes are formed on a chronological basis and class groupings are flexible. Grouping into sets of girls or boys only is discouraged, except were doing so provides equal access for all.
Participation rates for both genders are tracked by members of staff undertaking after school club provision and, other than in gender specified clubs such as ‘Girls’ Football’ all after school clubs are open to pupils of both genders. The school’s Games and Physical Education subject leader tracks rates of participation in all aspects of physical education to ensure that rates are equal and high for both genders. The school’s Personal, Social and Health Education curriculum (PSHE) seeks to build upon these principles to ensure that key messages of participation in all areas of school life are communicated to staff and that, for example, disability should not be a deterrent in participating in all aspects of school life at all levels. We analyse our SATs test results by gender in order to ensure that we identify any issues which need addressing related to perceived gender bias. When asking children to carry out tasks or represent the school, boys and girls are used equally.

We have represented in our school population many different nationalities, faiths and family backgrounds and organisations. Racial discrimination is unlawful, and we aim to help our pupils to develop concepts, skills, attitudes and ways of behaving which will promote good relationships and prevent ignorance and prejudice.
Children sometimes experiment with racist expressions which they have heard through the mass media or from the community and do not understand how hurtful and harmful they can be. We aim to treat such incidences sensitively and firmly because all have the right to be protected from insults, abuse and bullying.
Children and other adults are encouraged to contribute to school life from the richness of their heritage and religion. They share experiences and learn from one another through enquiry, investigative and collaborative work.
Children with English as their second language often need learning support and we have a nominated member of staff who communicates with members of staff to ensure that parents of EAL families attend parent consultation evenings and are fully aware of basic school organisational issues.

The school values diversity amongst the staff. In all appointments the most suitable candidate will be appointed on professional criteria and recruitment carried out in a manner consistent with ‘equality for all’ practice.