School of Sanctuary
What is a School of Sanctuary?
A School of Sanctuary is a school that is committed to being a safe and welcoming place for all, especially those seeking sanctuary. It could be people whose lives were in danger in their own country, who have troubles at home or are just looking for a space of safety.
A School of Sanctuary is a school that helps its students, staff and wider community understand what it means to be seeking sanctuary and to extend a welcome to everyone as equal, valued members of the school community. It is a school that is proud to be a place of safety and inclusion for all.
At Colton Hills, we strive to embrace the values of being a School of Sanctuary by extending a very warm welcome to all families from different diverse backgrounds, different cultures and creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
Key Principles of being a School of Sanctuary:
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LEARN Schools help their students, staff and wider community learn about what it means to be seeking sanctuary and the issues surrounding forced migration.
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EMBED Schools are committed to creating a safe and inclusive culture of welcome that benefits everybody, including anyone in their community seeking sanctuary.
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SHARE Schools share their values and activities with their local communities.
Our Pledge is:
When a child comes to Colton Hills they have to know that they have come to a sanctuary, a safe place where:
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They will be made welcome.
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They will be treated fairly and as equals.
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People will understand life is difficult for some students.
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People will be kind to them.
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People will be patient as they learn English.
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People will be patient with them if they have not been to school before.
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People will be kind to them if they are exhausted or unwell or do not understand our expectations.
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They will not be bullied.
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There will be no name calling.
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People will give them a chance to be successful and happy and have fun and make friends.
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They will be safe and warm and have access to good food and drink.