Equalities
At Medway Primary School we welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2014 and show due regard to the need to
We recognise the 9 protected characteristics which are
Our current equality objectives are as follows
• Strive to achieve equality of opportunity for all, adults and pupils, regardless of protected characteristics
• Educate all about discrimination and prejudice and promote a harmonious environment (social cohesion)
• Strive for all pupils, regardless of protected characteristics of the absence thereof, to achieve the highest possible standards in their learning and make good or better progress
• Ensure that the appointment of staff is in line with equal opportunities legislation
• Ensure that the governing body of the school reflects the wider community
• Identify barriers to learning and participation and provide appropriately to meet a diversity of needs