Esteem South Academy: Public Sector Equality Duty

Esteem South Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment where all members of our community are valued and respected. We recognise our legal duty under the Equality Act 2010 to have due regard to the need to:

• Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.
• Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.
• Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.

Protected Characteristics:

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

Our Approach to Compliance

Eliminating Discrimination:

We have robust policies and procedures in place to prevent and address discrimination, including our Anti-Bullying Policy, our Equality and Diversity Policy, and our Recruitment and Selection Policy.

Advancing Equality of Opportunity:

We strive to ensure that all students have equal access to a high-quality education and opportunities for personal development.

Fostering Good Relations:

We promote a culture of respect and understanding through assemblies, PSHE lessons, and extracurricular activities.

Specific Actions and Initiatives

• Accessibility: Our premises are accessible, and we provide reasonable adjustments.
• Training and Development: All staff and governors receive regular training on equality and diversity.
• Data and Monitoring: We collect and analyse data to identify and address disparities.
• Student Voice: We actively listen through our student council and surveys.

Review and Update

This document will be reviewed and updated annually to reflect our ongoing commitment to equality and diversity.

Contact Information

For further information or to provide feedback, please contact: enquiries@esteemsouthacademy.co.uk