Equality

We welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010. The school’s general duties with regard to equality are:

  • Eliminating discrimination.
  • Fostering good relationships.
  • Advancing equality of opportunity.

Protected Characteristics

There are nine protected characteristics covered by the Act, under which it is unlawful to treat people unfairly. We will not discriminate against, harass or victimise any staff member, pupil, prospective pupil, or other member of the school community because of their:

  • Sex.
  • Age.
  • Race.
  • Disability.
  • Religion or belief.
  • Sexual orientation.
  • Gender reassignment.
  • Pregnancy or maternity.
  • Marriage and civil partnership.

We aim to promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, with special emphasis on promoting equality and diversity, and eradicating prejudicial incidents for pupils and staff. Our school is committed to not only eliminating discrimination, but also increasing understanding and appreciation for diversity.

For more information, please refer to our Equality Statement (download below)

Nurturing confidence, nurturing potential, nurturing success.

Address:

Wharncliffe Side Primary School
Brightholmlee Lane
Wharncliffe Side
Sheffield
S35 0DD

Contact

0114 2862379
enquiries@wharncliffeside.sheffield.sch.uk