This week, Year 5 have been focussing on protected characteristics. The children recalled all nine very well (shown below). In our lesson, we focussed on the reasoning behind having protected characteristics in this country and where they originated. The Equality Act 2010 was introduced, making any discrimination of these characteristics illegal. Protected characteristics are in place to prevent the mistreatment and discrimination of people.
We then went on to discuss that treating people fairly isn’t always about treating people equally. Sometimes, adaptations need to be made so that everyone can have the same opportunities to be successful. Have a look at the picture below – do you think this is fair, even though everyone has been treated the same?
Help at home:
Our Philosophy Friday question this week: Is it always fair to treat everyone the same? Have a chat with your child about this at home – what do you think?