Equality and Diversity at Little Heath School

At Little Heath School, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality for all. As a special educational needs school in London, we understand the importance of tailoring our approach to meet the unique needs of every individual in our community.

Our Commitment to the Public Sector Equality Duty

We actively fulfil our obligations under the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. This means we:

• Eliminate unlawful discrimination and prohibited conduct

• Advance equality of opportunity between people with and without protected characteristics

• Foster good relations among all members of our school community

To demonstrate our compliance, we regularly publish information and set specific, measurable equality objectives at least every four years. These objectives are integrated into all aspects of our decision-making processes, policies, and practices.

Our Commitment to the Public Sector Equality Duty

Little Heath School has developed a set of equality objectives that reflect our unique community and the needs of our pupils and staff:

1. Provide a personalised curriculum enabling progress for all pupils, regardless of their starting point or disability

2. Create a nurturing environment where all pupils feel valued and learn to treat others with respect

3. Offer diverse, engaging learning activities and resources relevant to all pupils

4. Celebrate our community's diversity and encourage understanding of the wider world

5. Empower pupils to recognize and challenge unfairness and discrimination where possible

Supporting Our Staff

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for our staff by:

• Building a diverse workforce that reflects our community

• Treating all staff equally and with respect, regardless of their role or working arrangements

• Creating a working environment free from bullying, harassment, and discrimination

• Recognizing and valuing individual differences and contributions

• Providing high-quality professional development opportunities

• Ensuring fair career progression based on merit

• Offering family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements

Our Ongoing Commitment

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Last Updated: March 2025