Equality objectives
Mercia Academy
Equality Objectives
Mercia Academy recognises that the Equality Act has three aims, and they are to:
- Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and other conduct under the Act
- Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not
- Foster good relations between people who have a shared characteristic and those who do not
Mercia Academy is committed to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive, caring and supportive environment, which is committed to the promotion of equity and genuine equal opportunity for all. Our Equality Objectives build on the core values of the Academy:
- Resilience
- Reciprocity
- Reflectiveness
- Resourcefulness
Equality Objectives 2024-25
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Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation |
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Objective |
Action |
Anticipated impact |
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Reduce sexist, racist, homophobic and transphobic language with an increase in the number of students acting as upstanders
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Rise project with particular focus on students’ attitudes to each other Student surveys to track experiences
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Student voice and student surveys show a decrease in the number of students experiencing derogatory language. Student voice and student surveys show an increase in the number of students who believe that all derogatory language will be challenged and sanctioned. |
From September 2024
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Foster good relations between people who have a shared characteristic and those who do not |
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Objective |
Action |
Anticipated impact |
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Further develop the Shared Reading Programme in tutor time, making sure that the texts chosen include diverse representation and consider the world from new points of view. Mark and celebrate a range of events in school. For example: Black History Month; Pride Month; Diwali; Christmas; Eid; Disability Awareness Week; International Women’s Day |
Review texts chosen for the Shared Reading Programme and further increase the texts used over the year.
Establish a clear calendar of events that mark and celebrate a range of cultural and significant events. including assemblies, tutor time, sessions and celebrations in the library |
Students experience a range of characters and stories that promote diversity and different cultures.
Students further develop their understanding of different celebrations / events / festivals.
Students from different protected groups are happy and feel safe in school
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From September 2024
From September 2024
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Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not |
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Objective |
Action |
Anticipated impact |
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Closing the academic and attendance gaps for SEND, Pupil Premium, Looked After Children and other vulnerable groups
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Wide range of strategies – see Development Plan and Pupil Premium Strategy Data analysis and interventions |
Improved outcomes and attendance
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From September 2024
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