Preventing and Addressing Racism in Schools

Beaufort Secondary College is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where racism is not tolerated. Racism harms students’ mental health, learning and sense of belonging. We celebrate the diversity of cultures, ethnicities and faiths of all our students. It is up to all of us at Beaufort Secondary College to make our school a place that is free of racism and where everyone feels respected and can learn in a safe and inclusive environment.

Beaufort Secondary College follows the Department of Education’s Preventing and Addressing Racism in Schools Policy. We are building a culturally safe school with inclusive learning for everyone by working with staff, students, families, carers and communities.

We will: 

• provide programs that teach about and celebrate diversity, inclusion and the impact of racism to build understanding and empathy

• use practices that support all students to thrive

• implement anti-racism efforts to prevent and address racism effectively

• make sure everyone feels safe, with clear and accessible pathways to report racism

If your child experiences or witnesses’ racism or religious discrimination at school, please let us know. You can speak with your child’s Classroom Teacher or their Year Level Coordinator, alternatively you can speak one of our Assistant Principals or our School Principal.

We have links to further information and resources on our school website.