At Bowmore Primary, we learn about our rights and use them every day. Rights help us feel safe, respected and ready to learn.
We know that everyone has rights and that we must respect the rights of others too. We talk about fairness, kindness and inclusion, and we work together to make our school a happy and safe place for everyone.
We share our ideas, help make decisions and take action to improve our school and community. 🌍
What Are Rights?
Children’s rights are based on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). These rights ensure that all children are safe, healthy, respected and able to learn and achieve.
In our school, we help children understand their rights and how these link to their everyday experiences in school and beyond.
Rights in Action
Children at Bowmore don’t just learn about their rights—they live them. Across the school, children:
- Help to create and review class charters
- Take part in pupil changemaker groups
- Lead and organise events and projects
- Share their views and influence decisions about school life
We encourage children to use the language of rights to talk about fairness, inclusion and respect.
Our School Ethos
Our approach is rooted in the values of:
- Respect
- Inclusion
- Responsibility
- Kindness
These values help create a positive, nurturing environment where everyone feels safe and ready to learn.
Learning About Rights
Children learn about rights through:
- Classroom learning and discussion
- Assemblies and whole-school events
- Interdisciplinary learning and real-life contexts
- Links to global issues and the Sustainable Development Goals
We support children to understand that with rights come responsibilities, and we encourage them to take action to make a positive difference.
Pupil Voice and Leadership
Pupil voice is central to our school. Children are encouraged to share their ideas, take leadership roles and be active participants in improving our school and community.
Our pupil groups play a key role in leading change, raising awareness and supporting others both locally and globally.
Working with Families and the Community
We work closely with families and the wider community to promote children’s rights. Through events, projects and partnerships, we aim to build a shared understanding of rights and how we can all respect them.
⭐ ABCDE of Rights
A – All children (Universal)
Rights belong to every child, everywhere in the world.
B – Born with them (Inherent)
You have your rights from the moment you are born.
C – Cannot be taken away (Inalienable)
No one can take your rights away from you.
D – Do not have to be earned (Unconditional)
Rights are not rewards—you have them no matter what.
E – Equally important (Indivisible)
All rights matter and are connected—none are more important than others.
