Equality & Diversity
It is important to recognise that very young children absorb the influences surrounding them. We ensure these are positive, so that every child sees their own and others' gender, race, culture, social standing, abilities and experiences as valuable.
Derbyshire County Council and the Department for Education clearly state that all children, regardless of ethnicity, culture or religion, home language, family background, learning disabilities, gender or ability, should have the opportunity to experience a challenging and enjoyable programme of learning and development.
We uphold this policy by providing an environment where each child is valued as an individual and encouraged to develop to their full potential, whilst at the same time valuing diversity in others and growing up to make a positive contribution to British society and to uphold British values.
Please find below our Annual Statement of Compliance (2026) for the Public Sector Equality Duty:
Derbyshire County Council and the Department for Education clearly state that all children, regardless of ethnicity, culture or religion, home language, family background, learning disabilities, gender or ability, should have the opportunity to experience a challenging and enjoyable programme of learning and development.
We uphold this policy by providing an environment where each child is valued as an individual and encouraged to develop to their full potential, whilst at the same time valuing diversity in others and growing up to make a positive contribution to British society and to uphold British values.
Please find below our Annual Statement of Compliance (2026) for the Public Sector Equality Duty:
Our document 'Promoting diversity and equality in the early years' (link below) explains how we promote diversity and equality at Flagg Nursery School:
Examples of what we do
- Group time discussions about our differences
- Looking in a box with a mirror and telling us why the person inside is special
- Looking at the differences in the colour of our hair, eyes and skin
- Small world resources
- Role play/ dress up
- All families and children welcomed
- ‘This is me’ box
- Barnaby bear
- Trips and visits
- Small group work on emotions
- Friendship webs
- New starters bring family books
And many more...
Children’s families are made of many people. When we celebrate families, we find out who is important to each child. We discuss that every family is unique, but what makes a family is the same: love.
