Undivided

Pupils’ understanding of the importance of treating others as they want to be treated themselves pervades the school and they firmly reject discrimination of any kind on any grounds

ISI

Pupils have the moral courage to challenge actions they see as wrong

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Pupils have a very strong sense of social justice, social responsibility and equality

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We are proud of the inclusive nature of our school. Focusing on tolerance and respect for yourself and others is a cornerstone of our ethos. We believe in the importance of hearing, and acting upon, the voices within our community and ask for regular feedback and suggestions on how to improve our school. We understand that not all differences are visible and aim to ensure that a sense of belonging is instilled throughout our community.

Black History Month schedule 2022

Key actions completed since
summer 2020
pupil voice surveys
curriculum review with parents
three new year 12 Diversity & Inclusion Prefects at Senior School and the Prep introduced Undivided Prefects
staff INSET on unconscious bias and webinars such as ‘Building a Balanced Curriculum’ with speakers from The Migration Museum, The Black Curriculum, Book Love and Fill in the Blanks
signed up to The Halo Code and hosted a webinar with the founders, including former Sydenham High pupil
re-invigoration of societies such as Afro-Caribbean Society and LGBTQ+ Society and a new Undivided Club was launched at Prep
development of pupil and staff book clubs, reading books such as ‘How to Be an Anti Racist’ by Ibram X Kendi, amongst other stimuli and articles
staff learning streams on topics such as neuroplasticity and neurodiversity
ICONS artwork competition launched during Black History Month, with artwork framed and displayed as permanent features around the school (a selection visible below)
pupil led assemblies and opportunities for discussion and reflection
inviting in neurodivergent speakers
recruitment processes have been reviewed and adjusted in order to appeal to a broader range of applicants
a full programme of activities launched in October 2021 with some continuing throughout the year
an Undivided calendar has been initiated to celebrate a broad range of events.