School of Sanctuary
We proudly support the City of Sanctuary vision: that the UK should be a welcoming place of safety for all, especially for those fleeing violence and persecution.
We endorse the City of Sanctuary Charter and commit to upholding its values and principles in all aspects of our work, as far as our context allows. We recognise and celebrate the valuable contributions of refugees and people seeking sanctuary to British society.
At Summerhill Academy, sanctuary seekers are welcomed, included, and supported. We strive to ensure that our school is a place where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.
School of Sanctuary at Summerhill Academy
At Summerhill Academy, we are proud to embody the School of Sanctuary principles. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all.
As part of this journey, we are:
- Providing training and professional development for all staff.
- Promoting and celebrating the use of home languages within our school community.
- Ensuring that newly arrived pupils can access the learning and support they need to thrive.
- Developing and embedding our New Arrivals and EAL (English as an Additional Language) policies across the school.
- Making sure parents and carers can easily access key information and know where to turn for support.
- Actively consulting with families to understand how we can improve our provision and practice.
