Isle of Ely Primary School, part of the Active Learning Trust, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Silver Level RACE (Race and Conscious Equality) Chartermark, marking a significant milestone in the school’s ongoing journey towards promoting race equality and fostering an inclusive school community.
This award, developed by SSAT (Schools, Students and Teachers network) and Fig Tree International, acknowledges educational institutions across the UK that are committed to improving race equality and embedding conscious equality within their ethos, policies, and practices.
By achieving this Silver Level Chartermark, the school has shown that it not only recognises the importance of equality but is committed to real, sustainable progress in the years to come.
Since earning the Bronze Level award in July 2022, the school has conducted a comprehensive review of its practices, enabling them to identify and close gaps in racial equality while strengthening initiatives already in place. The result has been a strengthened culture of inclusivity at the school – driven by ongoing training and development for staff, targeted interventions to support students from marginalised backgrounds, and the creation of partnerships with community organisations.
Bryony Surtees, Headteacher at Isle of Ely Primary School, expressed her pride in the school’s achievements: "We are very proud of the work that we have done to champion equality and inclusivity at the school, and we are pleased that this has been recognised with our Race Chartermark Silver Award. This is a reflection of the dedication of our staff, students, and wider school community in creating a positive, inclusive environment where everyone is equally valued."
Active Learning Trust CEO, Lynsey Holzer, added: “Congratulations to the entire Isle of Ely community for their dedication to making lasting, meaningful progress towards a more equitable future for all. We are incredibly proud of them for earning the Silver RACE Chartermark. Their proactive approach sets a powerful example for others across the Trust.”