Mapperley Plains Primary School is committed to promoting equality, inclusion and fairness for all children, staff and members of our community. We aim to remove barriers to learning, participation and achievement so that every child has equal access to opportunities and support.

Understanding Our School Community

We use school data to understand the needs of our children and to identify any potential barriers linked to protected characteristics. This includes information relating to ethnicity, language, disability, gender, religion and eligibility for free school meals.

Data is reviewed regularly to consider patterns and trends in:

• Admissions and attendance

• Attainment and progress

• Participation in school life and enrichment

• Behaviour, rewards and sanctions

• Prejudice-related incidents

• Representation in pupil voice groups

Information relating to protected characteristics not appropriate for primary-aged children is not collected.

Equality Objectives

Objective 1: Ensure equality of access and opportunity for all children
We will:

• Identify and reduce barriers that may limit participation or access

• Seek and act on the views of children, particularly those with SEND

• Ensure extra-curricular activities are accessible to all children

• Promote support services and provision to families clearly and consistently

Objective 2: Develop children’s understanding of diversity and life in modern Britain
We will:

• Deliver a curriculum that reflects diversity and promotes respect

• Use visitors, enrichment and trips to broaden children’s experiences

• Explore global issues and challenge discrimination through learning

Objective 3: Strengthen understanding and response to discrimination
We will:

• Provide regular staff training on equality, reasonable adjustments and the Equality Act 2010

• Monitor and record prejudice-related incidents carefully

• Use pupil, staff and parent feedback to identify areas for improvement

• Take swift and appropriate action where concerns arise

Monitoring and Review

Equality objectives are embedded within the School Improvement Plan and are monitored termly by the governing body. Data and objectives are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain relevant to the needs of our school community.