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Rights Respecting Schools<\/strong><\/p>\n At St. Cuthbert\u2019s Primary School we are working towards recognition as a \u201cRights Respecting School<\/span><\/strong>\u201d. This is an award which is given to schools on behalf of UNICEF.<\/span><\/p>\n UNICEF\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>is the world\u2019s leading organisation working for children and their rights. In 1989, governments worldwide promised all children the same rights by adopting\u00a0the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)<\/span><\/strong>. These rights are based on what a child needs to survive, grow, participate and fulfil their potential.<\/span><\/p>\n The \u2018Rights Respecting School\u2019 award (RRSA) will help our pupils to grow into confident, caring and responsible young citizens both in school and within the wider community. By learning about their rights our pupils, also learn about the importance of respecting the rights of others i.e. their responsibilities.<\/span><\/p>\n There are\u00a0four<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0key areas of impact for children at a Rights Respecting school;\u00a0wellbeing, participation, relationships and self-esteem<\/span><\/strong>. The difference that a Rights Respecting school makes goes beyond the school gates, making a positive impact on the whole community.<\/p>\n Children are healthier and happier<\/span><\/u><\/strong> Children feel safe<\/span><\/u><\/strong> Children have better relationships<\/span><\/u><\/strong> Children become active and involved in school life and the wider world<\/span><\/u><\/strong> If you would like more information about the work of UNICEF or a Rights Respecting School then please visit:\u00a0www.unicef.org.uk\/rrsa<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Rights Respecting Schools At St. Cuthbert\u2019s Primary School we are working towards recognition as a \u201cRights Respecting School\u201d. This is an award which is given to schools on behalf of UNICEF. UNICEF\u00a0is the world\u2019s leading organisation working for children and their rights. In 1989, governments worldwide promised all children the same rights by adopting\u00a0the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). These rights are based on what a child needs to survive, grow, participate and fulfil their potential. The \u2018Rights Respecting School\u2019 award (RRSA)<\/p>\n
\nBy promoting the values of respect, dignity and non-discrimination, children\u2019s self-esteem and well-being is boosted and they are less likely to suffer from stress. A child who understands their rights understands how they and others should be treated and their sense of self-worth is strengthened.<\/p>\n
\nThe programme gives children a powerful language to use to express themselves and to challenge the way they are treated. They are also able to challenge injustices for other children.\u00a0Children and young people are empowered to access information that enables them to make informed decisions about their learning, health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n
\nBoth with their teachers and their peers, based on mutual respect and the value of everyone\u2019s opinion. In a Rights Respecting school children are treated as equals by their fellow pupils and by the adults in the school. \u00a0Children and young people are involved in how the Award is implement in the school but are also involved in strategic decision-making; in decisions about their learning; and in views about their well-being.<\/p>\n
\nThis builds their confidence to make informed decisions. They have a moral framework, based on equality and respect for all that lasts a lifetime, as they grow into engaged, responsible members of society.\u00a0Children and adults develop an ethos and language of rights and respect around the school. Rights and principles of the Convention are used to put moral situations into perspective and consider rights-respecting solutions \u2013 this all has a huge impact on relationships and well-being.\u00a0Children and young people get very involved in raising awareness about social justice issues, both at home and abroad. They become ambassadors for rights and take part in campaigns and activities to help to bring about change.<\/p>\n