Tackling Inequality

Our Pledge
Lewisham is an open borough that celebrates diversity and is committed to tackling race inequality in education. As part of this, the below pledge was signed by Abbey Manor College, alongside all other Lewisham schools.

We will work to address the inequalities that result from historic, systemic racist policies and practices.
We pledge to take actions that will address access and opportunity for all pupils, by highlighting inequalities and increasing awareness.

We commit to:

• targeting ambitious outcomes for Black Caribbean heritage and Black and Minority Ethnic pupil
• reducing exclusions of Black Caribbean heritage pupils of all ages
• leaders and governors taking a whole school approach to tackling race inequality
• transparent reporting and sharing of borough-wide data trends
• working together in new ways and sharing good practice to tackle race inequality in our school cultures and curriculum
• actively developing high quality relationships with Black Caribbean heritage and Black and Minority Ethnic pupils and their parents
• improving Black representation in school leadership and governing bodies

Our Policy on Equality
Part of our ethos is to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Staff and students at the college will be given fair and equal opportunities to develop their full potential regardless of their gender, ethnicity, cultural and religious background, sexuality, disability or special educational needs.

Equalities Policy 2025-2026