Equality Objectives

The Equality Act 2010 requires us to publish information that demonstrates that we have due regard for the need to:

Eliminate Discrimination Provide
Equality of Opportunity
Foster Positive Relationships

We commit to promoting equality and developing positive relationships, by tackling any form of discrimination. We seek to remove any barriers that may prevent children from participating in all aspects of life, making progress and achieving their full potential. We seek to remove barriers to access and participation that may prevent parents and carers being fully involved in the wider education of their child at school. We foster good relations and understanding between learners and adults who share a relevant protected characteristic and those who do not share it.

We are committed to developing and maintaining cohesive and positive community engagement. We continue to develop broader understanding and positive relationships.

The Equality objectives at Connex include all the protected characteristics covered under the Equality Act 2010 as well as other aspects which have the potential to discriminate against or to devalue any individuals within our community.

The Equality Act states that the following protected characteristics must be considered when making decisions or formulating policy and that it is unlawful to discriminate against a member of the setting or prospective member of the school because of their:

Age
Disability
Gender reassignment
Pregnancy and maternity
Race
Religion or belief
Sex
Sexual orientation

At Connex we:

Work closely with other agencies to actively promote inclusion, equality and diversity.
Involve stakeholders in the development, review, evaluation, and impact assessment of relevant improvement plans, policies and procedures.
Publish and share our policies and impact assessments with the whole community.
Collect and analyse data to ensure all groups are progressing well and no group is disadvantaged.
Use all available information to set suitable learning challenges, respond to children’s individual needs and support children in overcoming potential barriers to their success.
Ensure that our curriculum promotes and celebrates inclusion, equality and diversity.
Promote positive relationships which demonstrate respect to others.
Ensure that all reasonable adjustments are made to ensure equality of opportunity with respect to disability or varying needs.
Apply a graduated approach to identifying and supporting pupils and students with SEND.

The Brunel Academies Trust Equality and Diversity Policy can be found at:
Brunel Education Equality and Diversity Policy