We Belong
A new era for EDI (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) at Charterhouse.
We are committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of all our pupils. We believe that to learn effectively, pupils need to be and feel safe and happy.
We Belong is Charterhouse’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, a living promise to ensure that every pupil, staff member and family feels seen, heard and valued.
It is more than a policy; it is a culture of belonging, rooted in respect, empathy and opportunity for all. Through We Belong, we are building a School community where differences are not only accepted but celebrated, a place where every individual knows they matter, and where all can thrive.
This whole School approach aims to deliver:
A future-ready education providing acceptance, welcome and unity, with belonging at the core, where every individual is empowered to reach their potential.
We Belong upholds the duty to follow legal and statutory guidance, including:
- Eliminating discrimination, harassment and victimisation in all forms, to advance equality of opportunity and to foster good relations between people who share a relevant protected characteristic and those who do not share it, as outlined in the Equality Act 2010.
- Upholding fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
We Belong Aims
To actively demonstrate accountability from the whole School community in addressing EDI, using a united language, vision and intent.
- To address any potential for discriminatory practice through legal and statutory guidelines.
- To commit to understanding the barriers to change, through a process of learning, professional enquiry and a mindset for positive change.
- To engender the School's Vision and Values, ensuring that every member of the community understands what it means to belong to Charterhouse.
‘We Belong’ is underpinned by an action plan that is monitored by the EDI Steering Group and Pastoral Management Committee, and is a key feature of the School Business and Governance Strategy. The EDI Steering Group brings expertise and experience from Governors, Old Carthusians, pupils and staff to inform the School’s EDI strategic priorities.
This new era of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion work at Charterhouse brings 'belonging' to the forefront of our strategy, uniting the whole Charterhouse community and ensuring that everyone feels welcome and protected against discrimination.
M JOLLY
DIRECTOR, WELLBEING & INCLUSION
Protected Characteristics
Charterhouse has policies and procedures in place to support all with protected characteristics – pupils and staff alike – and to ensure equality of opportunity and treatment. These cover each of the following characteristics as identified by the Equality and Human Rights Commission.,
- Age
- Disability
- Gender
- Marriage and Civil Partnership
- Pregnancy and Maternity
- Race
- Religion or Belief
- Sex
- Sexual Orientation
