Equality Objectives

We recognise that the public sector equality duty has three aims. These aims are to: 

• Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and other conduct under the Act
• Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not
• Foster good relations between people who have a shared characteristic and those who do not 

The David Ross Education Trust will annually review how well we achieve these aims with regard to the protected groups under the Equality Act (2010) (race, disability, gender, gender re-assignment, age, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, religion and belief and sexual orientation). 

We aim to provide the highest possible education for all of our students. The ethos of our academies clearly reflects our commitment to fully including and respecting all members of our academy communities. 

Trust objectives for 2022 onwards:

Objective 1: There will be equality of opportunity for all pupils within academies and for all our staff across the trust, regardless of protected characteristics.

Objective 2: The Trust will provide an inclusive, professional and secure environment for all. Our Trust

Further detail is contained in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

Academy Equality Objectives

Trust objectives plus ....

1. To narrow the progress and attainment gap, primarily in English and mathematics for socially deprived students, identified as those in receipt of the Pupil Premium so that there is no statistical variation.
2. To narrow the progress and attainment gaps made by students identified as having significant barriers to learning including SEND, PP, CIC and EAL as a result any gap is in line with the national average
3. To improve attendance and persistent absence rates for all significant groups of students identified as having significant barriers to learning including, SEND, PP, CIC and EAL and as a result, any gap is in line with the national average.
4. To provide equality of opportunity through advice and guidance and the teaching and learning experience within the curriculum.
5. Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not by ensuring that all members of the school community are aware of the protected characteristics listed in the Equality Act.

There are a number of experienced professionals working to support students at Eresby School.

Should you wish to contact any professional about the support available to your child please telephone 01790 752441 or email enquiries@eresbyspecialschool.co.uk