Inspire Education Trust

EDI Report 2023-2024

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EDI at Inspire Education Trust

At Inspire Education Trust, we are committed to fostering an environment where equality, diversity and inclusion are central to everything we do. By embracing the principles outlined in the Equality Act 2010, we ensure that every member of our community feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. 

Our mission, “Together we achieve, individually we grow,” drives our commitment to maximising potential through first-class education and training and to acting as a positive force for equality of opportunity within the diverse communities we serve. 

Our Commitment

We believe that promoting equality, diversity and inclusion is essential for creating an inclusive culture where everyone can flourish. Our key principles include: 

• Eliminating discrimination, harassment and victimisation. 

• Advancing equality of opportunity for all. 

• Fostering good relations across all groups, promoting understanding and participation. 

We respect our pupils and colleagues as individuals, celebrating the richness of their backgrounds and experiences. 

The Inspire Education Trust EDI Report 2023-2024 

To demonstrate our commitment and progress, we have published our EDI Report 2023-2024, led by Gemma Hathaway. This comprehensive document highlights: 

• Key achievements, such as embedding equality into our curriculum and extra-curricular activities. 

• Insights into EDI from both student and staff perspectives, showcasing the impact of our work within the Trust. 

• Next steps, including plans for a more inclusive curriculum, enhanced policies and improving staff diversity to reflect our communities. 

• Our continued efforts to engage with external partners and lead local best practices in equality and inclusion. 

The report provides a detailed snapshot of our position at the end of 2023-2024, reflecting on how we are addressing inequalities and driving positive change. To learn more, we invite you to explore the full EDI Report for a comprehensive look at our journey and ambitions for 2024-2025. This can be found at the top of this webpage or by clicking here.

How We Promote Equality 

Our approach to EDI is woven into the fabric of our work, including: 

• Embedding equality in education: Integrated into our curriculum, assemblies, PSHE programmes and enrichment activities. 

• Supporting pupils and staff: Through extensive SEND and pastoral care, flexible working policies and inclusive facilities. 

• Encouraging community engagement: Through charity work, partnerships with unions and local initiatives. 

• Decision-making through an EDI lens: Ensuring fairness and inclusivity in all policies and practices. 

Looking Ahead

Our next steps include: 

• Compliance: Updating policies, creating an EDI toolkit and enhancing awareness through better communication and consultation. 

• Education: Expanding efforts in SEND, social justice and curriculum inclusivity. 

• Human Resources: Achieving Disability Confident Employer status, refining recruitment to reflect our communities and fostering workplace inclusion. 

Transparency and Accountability 

We are committed to transparency in our EDI efforts. In compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty, we: 

• Publish information demonstrating compliance with equality legislation. 

• Share our Equality Objectives for 2021–2024. 

• Conduct regular Equality Impact Assessments to evaluate policies and practices.