Principles of the Equality Objectives
- All learners are of equal value
- Recognise and respect difference
- Foster positive attitudes and relationships and a shared sense of cohesion and belonging
- Observe good equalities practice in staff recruitment, retention and development
- Aim to reduce and remove inequalities and barriers that already exist
- Consult and involve widely
- Society as a whole should benefit
- Base our practices on sound evidence
- Measurable objectives
The Equality and Disability Policy is currently under review.
Ensure the curriculum is personalised for all
Good Practice:
- Personalised curriculum, differentiated to meet needs.
- Use of range of facilities to improve all aspects of development
- Consistent use of resources
Actions:
- Identify further training needs
- Purchase resources as required
- Review the curriculum termly
Outcomes:
- Staff have knowledge and skills to support effectively
- Students can access all parts of the curriculum
Timeframe:
- Ongoing as required
Review and report on EHCPs
Good Practice:
- EHCP targets inform planning
- Targets reviewed in light of progress made
- Progress shared with familiesÂ
Actions:
- Review and share with SENCOs
- Attach to E3 during Annual Review Process
Outcomes:
- Change in needs documented
- Relevant approaches adopted
- Plans and strategies amended
Timeframe:
- termly reports to parents/carers
Consider accessibility in building works
Good Practice:
- Accessible school at all levels
- Use of relevant approaches to support all students
Actions:
- Create MUGA for use for all
- Ensure all elements of the school build are well maintained and accessible for all
Outcomes:
- All students needs met
- Inclusive environment
Timeframe:
- ongoing
Make effective use of strategies to support students
Good Practice:
- Total Communication Environment
- NAS school
- Move School
- Rights Respecting School
Actions:
- Rights Respecting School assemblies and feedback
- Support plans as working documents at all levels
- More access to AAC
Outcomes:
- Students can all make needs, wants and choices known
- Support plans match needs and embrace progress
- Additional facilities meet needs of students
Timeframe:
- ongoing