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At Holy Trinity, We Believe:

Differences should be embraced, not erased.

Genesis 1:26–27 (NRSV):
“Then God said, ‘Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness; and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the wild animals of the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.’ So God created humankind in his image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.”

As Christians, we believe that every person—regardless of ethnicity, race, or gender—is made in the image of God. This divine truth is not a privilege reserved for some, but a sacred reality shared by all. Every individual carries inherent dignity, worth, and beauty in God’s eyes.

Because all people are created in God’s image, we affirm that all are equal before Him and worthy of respect, kindness, and love. Discrimination, prejudice, and exclusion have no place in the body of Christ, and so we do not tolerate this at Holy trinity.

At Holy Trinity, we are called to celebrate the diversity of God’s creation. Difference is not something to be feared or erased, but embraced as a reflection of the richness of God’s image among us.

How do we fight discrimination, prejudice and exclusion?

Educating

HTS is committed to enriching our curriculum with opportunities and trips that promote cultural understanding and tolerance, such as visits to the Hare Krishna Temple. We continually seek meaningful experiences that help our students become well-rounded individuals.

In addition, during Black History Month, students engaged in focused conversations and lessons during tutor time, ensuring Black history and contributions were meaningfully incorporated into school life.

Our chaplain regularly visits primary schools to deliver religious education sessions and, at times, supports opportunities for pupils of different faiths to share and educate others about their own religions.

Celebrating differences

Each year, we host a Cultural Diversity Day, during which students are encouraged to come to school celebrating their culture. This event is designed to ensure that all students feel comfortable, valued, and celebrated. As part of the day, students take part in a fashion walk, showcasing their cultural dress and heritage on the runway.

Sharing Space

  • We also make provision for religious observance, ensuring that our Muslim students have access to a designated prayer area.
  • Each week, our school lunch menu showcases dishes inspired by different cultures, offering halal and vegetarian choices for all students.

Inclusion Commitments

We are committed to inclusion through the following principles:

  • High expectations and aspirations for every learner, regardless of background or need.
  • Creating a culture of belonging where every learner feels safe, welcomed, and valued.
  • Early identification and removal of barriers to participation and learning.
  • Inclusive curriculum and teaching, with necessary adaptations to help all learners succeed.
  • Strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external agencies to secure the best outcomes.
  • Focus on disadvantaged groups, including pupils with SEND, those known to social care, socio-economically disadvantaged learners, and those with protected characteristics.
  • Relentless pursuit of equity, ensuring inclusion is not an add-on but embedded in everyday practice and leadership vision.

These principles are reflected in the many programmes and Pupil Premium initiatives we deliver. Our Pupil Premium provision is overseen by Mrs J. Manuel, who leads this area of support. We also offer a range of alternative provision programmes; last year, for example, pupils took part in Forest School, developing outdoor and bushcraft skills. Our programmes are regularly updated each term and year to provide the most beneficial and unique experiences for young people.

We continually strive to enhance our provision and create new opportunities for pupils. This includes our work with AudioActive among others, which supports children at risk of exploitation and helps them develop positive pathways for the future.

In addition, we have implemented trauma-informed practices to support pupils experiencing mental health challenges, including access to our in-house child play therapist, ensuring targeted emotional and wellbeing support.