We are delighted to have received our Gold award as a Child RIghts School from UNICEF this year. We had a special award ceremony led by our Rights ambassadors/Student Council and 2 members from UNICEF. Check out our award banner on the way in to the school!

Why do we want to be a Child Rights School?

In a Child Rights School, relationships are based on mutual respect; everyone is equal, and everyone’s opinion is valued. A Child Rights School means promoting global citizenship. Through the areas studied, children and young people are involved in raising awareness about social justice issues, at home and abroad. They become ambassadors for equity and rights and take part in campaigns and activities to help to bring about change. A Child Rights School means happier children. By actively promoting the values of respect, dignity and non-discrimination, that are at the heart of the UNCRC, children’s self-esteem and wellbeing is strengthened. A Rights Respecting School means children feel safe. Through knowing about the UNCRC, children are able to think about how they and others are treated and challenge what they see as unfair. A Child Rights School means children play an active part in school life. Throughout the reward journey, children and young people are involved in decisions being made about their learning and their well-being.