The Commission for Racial Equality (CRE)

The Commission for Racial Equality is a publicly funded, non-governmental body set up under the Race Relations Act 1976 to tackle racial discrimination and promote racial equality. For further information about The Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000 click here.

Learning for All :Standards for Racial Equality in Schools were developed by the Commission for Race Equality (CRE) to help schools meet their statutory obligations under the Race Relation (Amendment) Act 2000. The Learning for All Standards draws on best practice nationally and provides practical guidance to Headteachers, Senior Managers and Governors.

Learning For All: Standards for Racial Equality in Schools

The Stephen Lawrence Education Award will provide evidence of a school’s commitment to implementation of the CRE Standard and Code of Practice.

The Stephen Lawrence Inquiry Report stressed that education has a fundamental role to play in eliminating racism and promoting and valuing racial diversity. By working towards the Standards schools will ensure that they are implementing the recommendations put forward in the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry Report, fulfilling the requirements of the National Curriculum, of OfSTED and Estyn inspections.

The Stephen Lawrence Education Award will provide evidence of a school's commitment to implementation of the CRE Standard and Code of Practice. The Standards are organised within seven areas:

1. Policy, Leadership and Management
2. Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment
3. Admission, Attendance, Discipline and Exclusion
4. Pupils - Personal Development, Attainment and Progress
5. Attitudes and Environment
6. Parents, Governors and Community Partnership
7. Staffing - Recruitment, Training and Professional Development

To purchase a copy of the Learning for All Standards contact:

Commission for Racial Equality
Elliot House
10/12 Allington Street
London
SW1E 5EH

Telephone: 0207 828 7022
ISB NO: 1 85442 223 5