Inclusive Education

🏳️‍🌈 LGBT Charter Bronze Award – Our school has been recognised by LGBT Youth Scotland for our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.

🎓 Staff Training & Development – All staff at Whitehill Secondary have received Stage 1 training in LGBT-inclusive education through the Time for Inclusive Education (TIE) campaign, with almost all staff trained to Stage 2 . This means that our educators are equipped with the knowledge and skills to embed LGBT+ inclusion across the curriculum, challenge homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia, and support LGBT+ students effectively.

📚 Embedding LGBT+ Themes in Learning – We integrate LGBT+ topics across various subjects to ensure visibility and representation in the curriculum. This includes LGBT+ history, literature, and contributions to society, as well as ensuring inclusive language and perspectives in all areas of learning.

🤝 LGBT+ Student Voice & Support Groups – We provide safe spaces where young people can share their experiences, build connections, and influence school policies through our LGBT+ Pupil Group.

🏫 Inclusive School Policies – Our policies reflect our commitment to inclusion, with clear anti-bullying procedures, gender-neutral facilities, and guidance on supporting trans and non-binary students.

🌍 Whole-School Approach – Inclusion is embedded beyond the classroom, through school assemblies, awareness campaigns, and participation in national LGBT+ events, such as Pride Month, Purple Friday, and Trans Day of Visibility.

The Time for Inclusive Education (TIE) campaign is Scotland’s leading organisation working to deliver LGBT-inclusive education in schools. TIE has been instrumental in ensuring that Scotland became the first country in the world to embed LGBT+ topics into the national curriculum.

TIE’s training equips educators to:

✅ Understand the experiences and challenges faced by LGBT+ young people.
✅ Embed LGBT+ identities, histories, and themes across all subjects.
✅ Challenge and tackle LGBT-phobic bullying in schools.
✅ Create a more inclusive and affirming school culture for all students.

For more information, visit: TIE Campaign – Time for Inclusive Education

At Whitehill Secondary, we recognise that LGBT+ young people may face unique challenges, including bullying, social stigma, or difficulties in expressing their identity. That’s why we ensure that support is always available through:

🌈 LGBT+ Pupil Support Groups – A space for students to connect, share experiences, and access peer support.

🛑 Zero Tolerance on LGBT-Phobic Bullying – We actively challenge homophobic, biphobic, and transphobic (HBT) behaviour through clear reporting procedures and restorative approaches.

🏳️‍⚧️ Support for Trans and Non-Binary Students – We respect and affirm students’ chosen names, pronouns, and gender identities, with guidance on inclusive language and gender-neutral facilities.

📖 LGBT+ Inclusive Reading Lists – Our school library features a range of LGBT+ books, resources, and literature to increase representation and visibility.

🏳️‍🌈 Celebrating Diversity – We take part in as Purple Friday, LGBT+ History Month, and Pride celebrations, ensuring that LGBT+ identities and achievements are recognised and celebrated.

📌 LGBT Youth Scotland – Scotland’s national charity supporting LGBT+ young people.
🔗 https://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/

📌 TIE – Time for Inclusive Education – LGBT-inclusive education resources and training.
🔗 https://www.tie.scot/

📌 Scottish Government LGBT Inclusive Education Guidance – Information on Scotland’s world-leading LGBT+ curriculum.
🔗 https://www.gov.scot/publications/lgbt-inclusive-education-implementation-and-guidance/

📌 Stonewall Scotland – Resources on LGBT+ rights, education, and inclusion.
🔗 https://www.stonewall://www.stonewallscotland.org.uk/

📌 MindOut LGBTQ Mental Health Support – Confidential mental health support for LGBT+ people.
🔗 https://mindout.org.uk/