King’s Oak Primary School is very proud to be UNICEF Gold Accredited School. We achieved our Gold Award in January 2025. This achievement reflects our commitment to embedding the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into our school ethos, relationships, and practices. As a Gold Rights Respecting School, we will continue to model and build on these values across our entire school community.
Teaching and Learning About Rights
· Understanding the UNCRC: Our children, staff, and parents have a strong understanding of the UNCRC and its impact on daily life. Pupils can discuss their rights, such as the right to education (Article 28) and protection from harm (Article 19), and how these relate to local and global contexts.
· Integration into the Curriculum: Rights are explicitly referenced in lessons and class charters. From nursery to P7, students have engaged in projects such as sustainable living, Fairtrade, and global citizenship, connecting their learning to key articles in the UNCRC.
· Interactive Displays: Our “Rights of the Week” displays, updated by the Rights Respecting School (RRS) Pupil Group, highlight important rights and align them with classroom activities and assemblies.
Teaching and Learning Through Rights
· Ethos and Relationships: Respectful relationships between staff and students underpin our school culture. Restorative practices and the six nurturing principles guide behaviour management, ensuring equity and fairness.
· Health and Wellbeing: Initiatives such as PAThS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) and the “Golden Pupil” awards celebrate emotional literacy and achievements. Our inclusive practices ensure every child feels valued and supported.
· Anti-Bullying Efforts: We promote dignity and non-discrimination through our Anti-Bullying Charter and by addressing concerns promptly and transparently. Pupils trust that their voices will be heard and their issues resolved.
Teaching and Learning For Rights
· Participation and Empowerment: Pupils actively participate in decision-making through councils, feedback forums, and classroom discussions. For example, Pupil Council representatives contribute to school policies and learning plans.
· Community and Global Actions: Our school supports local and global initiatives, including foodbank donations, recycling campaigns, and international partnerships with schools like Tubarere in Rwanda and our Nursery works alongside a school/nursery in Norway. These activities encourage children to act as global citizens advocating for their own and others’ rights.
For more information on Children’s Rights: Children’s Rights
