Newlyn School

British Values and Protected Characteristics

Anti Racism Charter

At Newlyn School, Everyone Belongs

At Newlyn School, we are proud of who we are and where we come from. We celebrate the different backgrounds, cultures, languages, beliefs and experiences that make our school special.

We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, respected and included.

Racism has no place in our school.

Through our ongoing work aligned with Black Voices Cornwall, we learn about fairness, equality, diverse histories and how we can stand up for one another. We know that learning about different people and cultures helps us become kinder, more respectful citizens.

We Promise To:

Respect Everyone

  • Treat all people with kindness and dignity.
  • Use respectful words and actions.
  • Celebrate our differences and our similarities.

Speak Up

  • Challenge racist language or behaviour safely.
  • Tell a trusted adult if we hear or see racism.
  • Support people who may feel hurt or excluded.

Learn Together

  • Learn about different cultures, histories and communities.
  • Listen to other people's experiences and perspectives.
  • Be curious and ask respectful questions.

Include Everyone

  • Make sure everyone feels welcome in our games, activities and learning.
  • Value everyone's voice and contribution.
  • Help create a school where everyone belongs.

Be Proud Upstanders

  • Stand up for fairness and equality.
  • Show courage when something is not right.
  • Help make positive changes in our school and community.

What We Believe

We believe:

  • Every person is important.
  • Everyone has the right to be treated fairly.
  • Our differences make us stronger.
  • Kindness, respect and understanding help us build a better future.

Our Newlyn School Pledge

We will be kind.
We will be respectful.
We will celebrate diversity.
We will challenge racism.
We will stand together.
At Newlyn School, everyone belongs.

Newlyn School British Values Charter

Growing Together, Learning Together, Belonging Together

At Newlyn School, we believe that everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and included. We learn how to be positive citizens who care for our school, our community and the wider world.

British Values help us to live, learn and work together so that everyone can thrive.

Democracy

Every voice matters.

We will:

  • Share our ideas and opinions respectfully.
  • Listen carefully to others, even when we disagree.
  • Take part in voting and decision-making opportunities.
  • Help make our school a place where everyone is heard.

Rule of Law

Rules help us stay safe and succeed.

We will:

  • Follow our school rules and expectations.
  • Understand that actions have consequences.
  • Make safe and responsible choices.
  • Help others to do the right thing.

Individual Liberty

We are free to be ourselves.

We will:

  • Be proud of who we are.
  • Make positive choices for ourselves and others.
  • Develop confidence to express our thoughts and ideas.
  • Learn how to be safe both online and offline.

Mutual Respect

Everyone deserves respect.

We will:

  • Treat others as we would like to be treated.
  • Use kind words and actions.
  • Value different opinions and experiences.
  • Celebrate each person's strengths and achievements.

Tolerance and Understanding

We learn from each other.

We will:

  • Welcome and include everyone.
  • Learn about different cultures, beliefs and ways of life.
  • Challenge stereotypes and discrimination.
  • Celebrate the diversity that makes our school and community special.

Our Newlyn School Pledge

We will listen.
We will respect.
We will include.
We will take responsibility.
We will celebrate diversity.
We will make a positive difference.

Together We Believe

At Newlyn School, we believe that by showing respect, responsibility, kindness and understanding, we can create a community where everyone belongs and everyone can flourish.

"Our differences make us stronger, and our shared values bring us together." 🌟

Newlyn School Protected Characteristics Charter

Everyone Matters, Everyone Belongs

At Newlyn School, we celebrate the unique qualities that make each person special. We believe that everyone should be treated fairly, with kindness, dignity and respect.

We learn about and value people's differences because they help make our school, community and world richer and stronger.

We stand together against discrimination, prejudice and bullying of any kind.

Respect Everyone

  • Treat all people with kindness and respect.
  • Use thoughtful words and actions.
  • Make everyone feel valued and included.

Celebrate Differences

  • Recognise that people have different backgrounds, families, beliefs and experiences.
  • Be proud of our own identities and respectful of others'.
  • Learn from the lives and stories of different people.

Include Everyone

  • Welcome everyone into our games, learning and friendships.
  • Ensure no one feels left out because they are different.
  • Help others feel safe and supported.

Challenge Unkindness

  • Speak up when something is unfair.
  • Report bullying, prejudice or discrimination to a trusted adult.
  • Be an upstander, not a bystander.

Learn and Grow Together

  • Listen to others with an open mind.
  • Ask respectful questions.
  • Continue learning about equality, fairness and belonging.

The Protected Characteristics We Learn About

We understand that people should never be treated unfairly because of:

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

At Newlyn School, we learn about these differences in age-appropriate ways to help us become respectful, responsible citizens.

Our Newlyn School Pledge

We will be kind.
We will be respectful.
We will be inclusive.
We will celebrate diversity.
We will challenge discrimination.
We will help everyone belong.

What We Believe

🌟 Every person deserves respect.

🌟 Every family matters.

🌟 Every child has a voice.

🌟 Our differences make us stronger.

🌟 Together, we create a school where everyone can thrive.

At Newlyn School, everyone belongs, everyone is valued, and everyone is welcome. ♥️💙💛💚