Simple steps can make the core educational values of equality, diversity and inclusion part of the fabric of your family of schools, says Executive Principal Danielle Scrase.

A multi-academy trust is by nature a community of schools that includes children, parents, carers and staff from different backgrounds who come together with a shared vision for exceptional teaching and learning. Community is therefore a crucial value that underpins its successful running. It enables us to work together and harness different talents and perspectives to achieve the best possible opportunities and outcomes for pupils.

At LEO, community reflects our commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity in all we do. This ensures each member of our trust feels included and represented. As inclusion school development lead, I am often asked how a trust can champion equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across its schools and embed this into teaching and learning. At the heart of our approach lies a practical strategy to build EDI into each of our schools’ curriculum. Here are my six top tips to help school leaders ensure inclusion becomes an achievable and sustained goal.

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