Equal Opportunities
The school aim is to demonstrate that we consider all pupils to be of equal value, regardless of race, gender, religion, cultural background or disability.
Through the delivery of our curriculum and the general ethos of the school, all members of our community are given the opportunity to develop the social and academic skills needed to enable them to function in the wider community outside school.
Discussion with regard to equal opportunities may be promoted by the use of videos, outside speakers or arising from events which have taken place within the school.
If sexist or racist incidents occur they are dealt with either by the class teacher or group counselling is used. At all times we consider the maturation level of our students when dealing with specific situations.
Arrangements for the consideration of curriculum complaintsAll parents naturally have concerns from time to time about the progress or welfare of their children. We consider it to be an important part of our job to deal with your concerns as soon as they arise and to discuss fully with you ways of handling them.
The majority of concerns can be settled, at school level, if you approach your child's class teacher in the first instance. Sometimes, however, a problem needs the help of other professionals, such as the Education Welfare or Psychology and Assessment Services. We will be happy to advise you about the appropriate agencies to contact, should this be necessary.
In certain circumstances you have the right of appeal (e.g. in connection with admissions and special educational needs) and again, we will inform you of those rights, or put you in touch with someone who will discuss them with you, as appropriate.
The LEA has a statutory procedure for handling complaints about the curriculum and related matters. A copy of the LEA's policy is available for you to see at the School Office on request.
To find out more
Conatct us on 01206 825195 or email us on admin@marketfield.essex.sch.uk
