Equality at Barnfield
At Barnfield, equality isn’t just a policy — it’s part of who we are. We are committed to ensuring that every pupil, member of staff, parent, carer and visitor is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. Everyone who walks through our doors is valued for who they are.
We are dedicated to providing equality of education and opportunity for all, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, family structure, or socio-economic background.
Celebrating Diversity
Barnfield is proud to be a wonderfully diverse school community. We believe that our differences make us stronger. We work hard to ensure that every child feels proud of their identity, confident in who they are and fully able to participate in all aspects of school life.
Removing Barriers & Raising Achievement
We actively monitor pupil achievement across different groups — including race, gender, disability and socio-economic background — so that we can:
- identify any patterns
- tailor support
- ensure we are meeting the needs of every child
- raise standards through truly inclusive teaching
Our goal is simple: every child should thrive.
Promoting Respect & Challenging Discrimination
We are proactive in tackling discrimination, prejudice and stereotypes. Through our curriculum, assemblies, behaviour expectations and everyday interactions, we promote:
- respect
- kindness
- acceptance
- empathy
We challenge bullying and discriminatory attitudes swiftly and robustly, ensuring our school remains a safe and positive place for all.
A Community We Are Proud Of
At Barnfield, we believe that diversity is a strength — something to celebrate, learn from and enjoy. Together, we create a school community where everyone can feel welcome, included and empowered to be the very best they can be.