Rights Respecting School
We are starting our Rights Respecting School journey!
A Rights Respecting School is a community where children’s rights are learnt, taught, practised, respected, protected and promoted. It is not a one-off initiative, it’s woven into the fabric of our school, being at the heart of our planning, policies and practice.
Here’s what it looks like in action:
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Pupil Voice: Children are encouraged to express their views and take part in decision-making through pupil parliament meetings, surveys, and classroom discussions.
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Respectful Relationships: Staff and pupils model mutual respect, kindness, and fairness. We use restorative approaches to resolve conflict and build understanding.
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Curriculum Connections: Rights are explored across subjects — making links to all areas of our curriculum
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Global Awareness: Pupils learn about the rights of children around the world
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Inclusive Environment: Every child is valued. We celebrate diversity and ensure all pupils feel safe, heard, and supported.
For our children, being part of a Rights Respecting School means:
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They know they have rights—to be safe, to learn, to be heard, and to be treated fairly.
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They feel empowered to speak up, share ideas, and make a difference in their school and wider community.
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They develop empathy and understanding, learning to respect others’ rights and celebrate differences.
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They grow into confident, responsible citizens who care about justice, equality, and sustainability.
UNICEF
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) works with schools in the UK to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive. Their Rights Respecting Schools Award embeds these values in daily school life and gives children the best chance to lead happy, healthy lives and to be responsible, active citizens.
The difference that a Rights Respecting School makes goes beyond the school gates, making a positive impact on the whole community.
Further information
https://www.unicef.org.uk/rights-respecting-schools/the-rrsa/about-the-rrsa/
