Hautlieu School has been recognised for showing commitment to promoting and realising children’s rights.
The school has been reaccredited as a Silver Rights Respecting School Award by UNICEF, the world’s leading organisation working for children and their rights.
The award is granted to schools encouraging adults, children, and young people to respect the rights of others in school.
Silver is given to schools that make excellent progress towards embedding the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child into its ethos and curriculum.
Hautlieu School was recognised by UNICEF UK as having a strong, inclusive culture where students feel respected, empowered, and actively involved in school life.
The school celebrates linguistic diversity, expands global links, and strengthens pupil voice through initiatives like the student‑led violence against women and girls campaign.
Staff, students, and parents all describe open communication and a community grounded in children’s rights.
Hautlieu School headteacher Kate Blackhall said: “We are extremely proud to have achieved Silver Rights Respecting School reaccreditation.
“This award recognises the dedication, compassion and hard work of our students, staff, and wider school community in living out our shared values of respect, fairness, and equality every day whilst striving to aim for the highest at all times.
“The rights of young people underpin everything we do, from teaching and learning to behaviour, wellbeing, and student voice.”