We are an Anti-Racist School, and we use Anti-Racism Education (ARE). 

Why is anti-racism important? 

• Active Anti-Racism: The goal isn't merely “not being racist,” but rather actively opposing racism—stepping beyond complacency to become advocates for equality 

• From Fear to Growth: Adults and children often start in the Fear Zone—perhaps denying racism, avoiding tough conversations. Through learning, they recognize systemic racism and reflect on their own perspectives. Ultimately, in the Growth Zone, they speak up, educate others, and advocate for systemic change 

 

 

Links to our Values 

 

	We counter racism with empathy, care, and affirmation of every person’s worth.
	We build safe spaces where students and staff can discuss race openly.

	We acknowledge and honour diverse identities and experiences.
	We encourage questioning, self-reflection, learning about difference—key to moving through fear into growth.

 

Lessons We Teach  

 

Although anti-racism themes are embedded across our curriculum, we also teach specific anti-racism lessons in each year group. 

https://www.antiracism.education/primary 

Year Group	Key themes
1	Talking about race and racism
1	Defining anti-racism
2	Redefining racism
2	Understanding racial socialisation and stereotypes
2	Unconscious bias
3	Being anti-racist in our actions
3	Representation matters
3	Myth busting
4	Talking about race and racism
4	Defining anti-racism
4	Redefining racism
5	Understanding racial socialisation and stereotypes
5	Unconscious bias
5	Being anti-racist in our actions
6	Representation matters
6	Myth busting

 

Complementary Activities & Assemblies 

These lessons are in addition to, and reinforce, wider learning: 

• Reading stories with a diverse range of characters and themes – e.g. showcasing different types of families, inclusive history, challenging stereotypes. 

• Burstow Houses – a diverse range of current and historical figures are voted by our children each year to represent the Burstow Houses 

• RE curriculum – faith and belief diversity, deepening respect and curiosity. 

• Gypsy, Roma, Traveller Awareness Month, anti-biased history and celebration of under represented cultures, linked to local contexts 

• Pride Month themes – explore respect and inclusion of LGBTQ+ families and communities