At Inglehurst Infants, we are committed to creating a school where every child feels they belong, is treated fairly, and can achieve their very best. We follow the principles of the Equality Act 2010 and actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of school life.

Equality is not a standalone policy for us — it is part of our daily practice, our PSHE curriculum, our SMSC provision, our behaviour systems and the way we build relationships with families.

Our Commitment to Equality

Eliminating Discrimination

We work proactively to eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation. This includes:

• Clear policies on behaviour, anti‑bullying and equality

• Staff training on recognising and challenging discrimination

• A strong safeguarding culture supported by well-trained staff, who help children understand who keeps them safe and who they can talk to if they have worries

• Prompt action when concerns are raised

We promote fairness for all pupils, including those with SEND, EAL, disabilities, different family structures and all protected characteristics.

Advancing Equality of Opportunity

We ensure that every child has equal access to learning, enrichment and support by:

• Analysing attainment, progress and attendance for all groups

• Providing targeted support where needed

• Ensuring high‑quality teaching for every child

• Monitoring participation in clubs, trips and wider opportunities

• Removing barriers linked to need, background or circumstance

Our aim is to ensure that all children can thrive and achieve highly.

Fostering Good Relations

We build a culture of respect, understanding and belonging through:

• A diverse, inclusive curriculum

• High‑quality picture books that reflect many families, cultures and identities

• Assemblies that celebrate difference and promote kindness

• Strong links with parents, carers and the wider community

• Teaching about different cultures, families and worldviews through PSHE, SMSC and RE

This helps children develop empathy, respect and positive relationships.

How We Embed Equality in Daily School Life

Equality is visible in:

• Our inclusive classroom environments

• Our behaviour expectations and restorative approaches

• Our safeguarding and wellbeing work

• Our celebration of festivals, traditions and cultural events

• Our commitment to pupil voice and representation

• Our accessible curriculum and reasonable adjustments for SEND

We want every child to feel seen, safe, included and able to succeed.

Monitoring Our Equality Work

We regularly review:

• Attainment and progress

• Attendance patterns

• Behaviour and safeguarding logs

• Participation in enrichment

• Feedback from pupils, parents and staff

This ensures our equality work remains active, meaningful and effective.

Our current Equality Objectives are published in a separate document and reviewed every three years, with annual monitoring.

Our Promise

Through our equality work, we aim for every child at Inglehurst Infants to feel:

• Seen – their identity and culture valued

• Safe – protected and supported

• Included – welcomed and celebrated for who they are

• Able to achieve their very best