Equality
School Equality Information and Objectives
Stretton Sugwas Church of England Academy
Reviewed: Autumn 2025
Mr B Caldicott, Executive Headteacher
At Stretton Sugwas Church of England Academy, we are proud to be an inclusive, nurturing and respectful school community where every child and adult is valued. Our Christian vision of ‘Bee’long, ‘Bee’lieve and ‘Bee’have’ underpins everything we do and shapes the way we care for, support and respect one another. We believe that each bee plays a part in the hive and that everyone has value, purpose and potential.
We actively celebrate individuality and promote a culture where diversity is embraced and everyone feels safe, welcome and able to thrive – regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or belief, or any other characteristic. Our vision and values are reflected in our high expectations for behaviour, effort and kindness. We listen carefully to the views of pupils, parents and staff and use these to help shape our inclusive culture.
The Legal Context
The Equality Act 2010 brings together previous equality legislation and aims to protect people from discrimination, harassment and victimisation. It requires schools to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations across the following protected characteristics:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
Our Aims
In line with the Public Sector Equality Duty, Stretton Sugwas Church of England Academy aims to:
- Eliminate discrimination by ensuring our policies, practices and school culture are inclusive and promote fairness, dignity and respect.
- Advance equality of opportunity by identifying and removing barriers to learning and participation so all pupils can succeed, particularly those with protected characteristics.
- Foster good relations by promoting understanding, respect and positive relationships within our school and wider community.
Our commitment to equality is embedded within our Christian vision. We encourage pupils to belong, believe in themselves and others, and behave with compassion, integrity and respect.
Roles and Responsibilities
Advocate Board
- Ensure equality information and objectives are published and communicated to stakeholders.
- Review equality objectives at least once every four years.
- Monitor progress and impact, delegating responsibility to the Executive Headteacher.
Executive Headteacher
- Promote equality and inclusion across all areas of school life.
- Monitor and evaluate progress towards equality objectives.
- Report regularly to the Advocate Board.
All Staff
- Plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning.
- Treat diversity as a strength and promote equality in everyday practice.
- Challenge discrimination and prejudice, and support all pupils to achieve their best.
Equality Objectives (2024–2029)
Objective 1
To ensure all staff are confident and knowledgeable in matters of equality so that:
- The curriculum is inclusive and accessible.
- Behaviour management is fair, consistent and supportive.
- Underachievement in any group is identified and addressed promptly.
Objective 2
To ensure our curriculum reflects the diversity of modern Britain and our local community.
We will:
- Use inclusive, representative resources and learning experiences.
- Review curriculum content regularly to ensure relevance and balance.
- Maintain high expectations for all learners.
Objective 3
To promote equality of opportunity across enrichment and wider school experiences.
We will:
- Monitor participation in clubs, trips and events.
- Offer a broad and inclusive range of opportunities.
- Actively remove barriers for pupils with protected characteristics.
Objective 4
To ensure behaviour policies and practices are free from discrimination and meet the needs of all pupils.
We will:
- Review behaviour data and practice regularly.
- Identify and address patterns or disproportionality.
- Adapt support and interventions to meet individual needs.
Objective 5
To narrow attainment gaps at greater depth in English and mathematics.
We will:
- Provide high-quality professional development for staff.
- Monitor progress closely and identify underachievement early.
- Implement timely and effective support.
Publication of Equality Information
We collect and use pupil and workforce data to ensure compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty. Where relevant, we publish information on our website about the impact of our policies and practices on people with protected characteristics.
Our Accessibility Plan further outlines how we continue to improve access to the curriculum, environment and information, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to inclusion, equality and opportunity for all.
