The Equality Act
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what the Equality Act is, and how it protects people from discrimination.
Key learning points
- Each one of us is different and unique, but that's what makes us special.
- Treating someone unfairly because of their differences is discrimination.
- The Equality Act 2010 is a law which ensures that everyone is treated fairly.
- It is against the law to discriminate against any of the nine protected characteristics.
- Being curious and empathetic helps us to learn more about and celebrate our differences.
Keywords
Discrimination - treating a person unfairly because of their characteristics
Equality Act of 2010 - the law that protects people in Britain from discrimination
Characteristic - an important trait or feature of a person
Common misconception
People often think that the Equality Act 2010 is about treating people the same.
The Equality Act isn’t about treating people the same, but giving everyone what they need so that they have the same opportunities as other people.
Teacher tip
Ask pupils to think about the school rules and how they ensure that people are given the same opportunities as one another.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Everyone in our class is different in some way. Which of these is an example of a difference between people?
Q2.Everyone deserves to be treated ...
Q3.A new pupil joins your class and they look different to you. What is the best thing to do?
Q4.Match each word to its meaning.
when everyone gets what they need
being one of a kind or different from others
treating others kindly and valuing their feelings, ideas & boundaries
Q5.If someone is being unkind to another person, you should tell a ...
Q6.In a fair classroom, which of these would a teacher do?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What makes everyone special?
Q2.Match the term to its correct meaning.
treating a person unfairly because of their characteristics
the law that protects people in Britain from discrimination
an important trait or feature of a person
Q3.What helps us celebrate our differences?
Q4.How many protected characteristics does the Equality Act 2010 protect people from discrimination against?
Q5.A teacher gives Georgia extra time to complete her test because of her learning difficulty. Other pupils finish in the usual time. Is this fair?
Q6.Which of these statements best describes why our differences are important?
To help you plan your 4 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: The Equality Act, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 4 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: The Equality Act, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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