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Thameside Primary School

EQUALITY SCHEME & ACCESSIBILITY PLAN REVIEW

At Thameside, we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and ensuring that our school is accessible and inclusive for all members of our community. Our Equality Scheme and Accessibility Plan outline how we work to eliminate discrimination, advance equality, and remove barriers to participation and learning.

To ensure we remain accountable and responsive to the needs of our pupils, families, and staff, these plans are reviewed regularly by our Full Governing Body (FGB).

On this page, you will find a summary of the most recent FGB review, which highlights progress made and identifies next steps. These summaries reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a school where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to thrive.

Thameside Primary School

Equality Scheme & Accessibility Plan – November 2025 FGB Review

We are proud to report:

1. Closing the Attainment Gap

We continue to prioritise closing the gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers. Staff use tailored resources and scaffolding strategies to support all learners in accessing the curriculum fully. Progress is tracked carefully, with effective targets set for pupils with additional needs.

Progress so far (Nov 2025):

  • Curriculum resources now consistently include diverse representations, including people with disabilities.

  • Tracking of disadvantaged pupils’ progress remains embedded, with focus on GLD, Year 1 phonics, and KS2 SATs.

  • Collaboration across teams has strengthened further, with SEND and assessment focus groups driving interventions.

  • Attendance and interaction strategies are being monitored through focus group action plans.

Next steps:

  • Continue targeted interventions to diminish differences in attainment.

  • Maintain focus group reviews on scaffolding, attendance, and SEND provision.

  • Evaluate impact of interventions termly to ensure disadvantaged pupils are working at age-related expectations.

2. Equal Access to Clubs and Enrichment Activities

We remain committed to ensuring all pupils, especially those who are disadvantaged or have additional needs, have equal access to enrichment opportunities.

Progress so far (Nov 2025):

  • Free morning clubs continue, with disadvantaged and doubly disadvantaged pupils prioritised.

  • PPG funding supports access to Lego Club, Rock Steady, wraparound care, and holiday clubs.

  • PPG pupils are subsidised for Year 6 residential and Year 4 camp, ensuring inclusion.

  • InsideOut days remain a highlight, with pupils riding horses and learning self-regulation skills.

  • ARP pupils have participated in mainstream activities, including swimming lessons and trips, with staff providing tailored support (e.g., 2:1 support and transport).

  • PE lead continues to ensure fair representation of pupils with protected characteristics at sporting events.

Next steps:

  • Continue to expand enrichment opportunities based on pupil voice.

  • Monitor attendance and participation rates to ensure equitable access.

  • Strengthen collaboration between SEND and PPG teams to identify pupils who would benefit most from targeted provision.

3. Accessibility of the School Environment

We have made significant progress in ensuring our school environment is accessible and inclusive for all.

Progress so far (Nov 2025):

  • The Nest space has been updated to accommodate more pupils with complex needs.

  • ARP rooms have new flooring, and the Rainbow Room has undergone wall repairs and painting.

  • Capital funding secured for a new inclusive playground. 

  • Inclusive classroom design continues to reduce sensory overload.

  • The school’s inclusive environment was highlighted as a strength during the January 2024 PINS visit.

  • Our Inclusive Classrooms SWAY was showcased at the SENDCo Conference, positioning Thameside as a hub of inclusive practice.

  • Hosting of ARP Network meetings is planned, responding to requests from other schools to observe our provision.

Next steps:

  • Complete installation of the inclusive playground.

  • Continue evolving The Nest and other sensory spaces to meet diverse needs.

  • Share inclusive practice more widely through professional collaboration and leadership opportunities.

4. Promoting Respect and Reducing Prejudice

We remain committed to reducing prejudice-related incidents and promoting respect for all protected characteristics.

Progress so far (Nov 2025):

  • All staff completed racial literacy training (Jan 2024).

  • Diversity celebrated through Black History Month, Diversity Week, Food Festival, and Show Racism the Red Card.

  • Anti-Racism Policy and Rainbow Flag award remain embedded.

  • SEND team has developed assemblies and classroom resources to promote understanding of neurodiversity and medical needs.

  • LEANS programme materials are being used in PSHE and assemblies to build empathy and awareness.

  • Annual medical training has begun; one class has had assemblies on epilepsy to support understanding of a pupil with increased seizures.

  • Pupil voice shows increased awareness and empathy among non-SEND pupils, while SEND pupils report a stronger sense of belonging.

Next steps:

  • Continue embedding SEND and neurodiversity assemblies across the year.

  • Monitor impact through termly SEND focus visits, reviewing staff confidence and pupil understanding.

  • Track reductions in prejudice-related incidents compared to 2024–25 baseline.

  • Expand resource sharing and professional development to sustain staff expertise.

Conclusion

We are proud of the progress made this term. From the start of the inclusive playground build to the strengthening of enrichment opportunities and embedding of diversity-focused assemblies, Thameside continues to grow as a welcoming, inclusive school. We remain committed to diminishing attainment gaps, ensuring equal access, enhancing accessibility, and promoting respect for all.

Thank you for your ongoing support in making Thameside Primary School a place where every pupil can thrive.

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