Promoting equal opportunities is fundamental to the aims and ethos of Harrow School. We welcome applications from candidates with as diverse a range of backgrounds as possible. This enriches our community and is vital in preparing our pupils for today’s world. We concentrate on educating the individual and providing a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where each individual feels valued and can flourish.
Harrow School is committed to equal treatment for all regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, learning difficulty or social background. We are an academically selective school and we believe that the educational experience can only be enriched if children are exposed to as wide a range of cultural experiences as possible whilst they are developing.
Generous bursaries are offered in order to make it possible for as many as possible who meet the School’s admission criteria to attend the School. (Details of our provision for bursaries can be found on our website or obtained from the Admissions department).
Code of Conduct
Staff play an active role in monitoring the implementation of Harrow School’s policy on equal opportunities. Use is made of Assemblies, PSHE, RS, English and other lessons to:·
- Promote tolerance of each other and respect for each other’s position within the school community.·
- Promote positive images and role models to avoid prejudice and raise awareness of related issues.·
- Foster an open-minded approach and encourage pupils to recognise the contributions made by different cultures. Bias should be recognised.·
- Understand why and how we will deal with offensive language and behaviour.·
- Understand why we will deal with any incidents promptly and in a sensitive manner.
Harassment in all its forms is unlawful and unacceptable; our Behaviour and Anti-Bullying Policies contain clear procedures for dealing with unlawful discrimination. A successful equal opportunities policy requires strong and positive support from parents and guardians and full acceptance of the School’s ethos of tolerance and respect.
English and an additional language
In order to cope with the academic and social demands of Harrow School, pupils must be reasonably fluent English speakers. Tuition in English as an Additional Language (EAL) can be arranged.
Requests for variation in the School uniform
Although Harrow is a Christian school, we do not select for entry on the basis of religious belief and we welcome pupils of all faiths. However, parents should be aware that all pupils at Harrow School are required to wear a uniform. The Head Master will consider written requests from parents for variations in the uniform on religious grounds that are consistent with the School’s ethos and its policy on health and safety. The Head Master may take expert advice and will normally arrange to meet with the parents to discuss the implications of such a request.