Communities: How can we better understand and respect people with disabilities?
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Why this why now
This unit builds on prior learning about respect and kindness by focusing specifically on disability, a crucial protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010. Positioned at the start of secondary school, it deepens pupils' understanding of inclusivity and discrimination, preparing them for future RSHE discussions about equality, diversity and respectful relationships.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should have a basic understanding of respect and kindness in relationships from Key Stage 2, recognising that everyone is different and deserves to be treated fairly.
- Pupils should be familiar with the concept of diversity within their primary school community and understand that treating others with dignity is important.
- Pupils should be able to identify when someone is being unkind or excluded and recognise that discrimination is wrong, having encountered these ideas in primary education.
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Why this why now
This unit builds on prior learning about respect and kindness by focusing specifically on disability, a crucial protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010. Positioned at the start of secondary school, it deepens pupils' understanding of inclusivity and discrimination, preparing them for future RSHE discussions about equality, diversity and respectful relationships.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should have a basic understanding of respect and kindness in relationships from Key Stage 2, recognising that everyone is different and deserves to be treated fairly.
- Pupils should be familiar with the concept of diversity within their primary school community and understand that treating others with dignity is important.
- Pupils should be able to identify when someone is being unkind or excluded and recognise that discrimination is wrong, having encountered these ideas in primary education.
Communities: How can we better understand and respect people with disabilities?
This unit helps pupils respect people with disabilities. Pupils explore disability concepts, experiences in modern Britain, the Equality Act 2010 and the Paralympics, developing practical skills to promote inclusive attitudes in their school and wider community.
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