RED Award

Nidderdale High School Achieves RED Kite Alliance Accreditation

We are proud to have been awarded the RED (Respect, Equality and Diversity) Award by the Red Kite Alliance in March 2026.

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a school where every student feels valued, included and able to thrive.

Our Ethos: Team Nidd

At Nidderdale High School, our Team Nidd values— including respect, kindness and inclusion—sit at the heart of everything we do.

The RED Award assessors recognised that these values are not just statements, but are lived daily across our school community, shaping relationships, behaviour and learning.

A Whole-School Commitment

The award celebrates a truly whole-school approach, including:

• Strong leadership and clear vision for equality and diversity
• Active engagement from staff, students, governors and parents
• A culture where positive relationships and belonging are prioritised

Students play a key role through student voice, assemblies and leadership opportunities, helping to shape an inclusive and respectful environment.

Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion

We are proud of the many ways we actively promote equality and diversity, including:

• Diversity Week and student-led initiatives
• The Anti-Bullying Charter, setting clear expectations for all
• Opportunities to explore different cultures, beliefs and identities

 These initiatives ensure that students develop as confident, respectful and globally aware young people.

Inclusive Curriculum and Opportunities

Our curriculum plays a vital role in promoting equality:

• RE and PSHE have been carefully developed to explore diverse beliefs, values and family structures
• Students visit places of worship and engage with real-world experiences to deepen understanding
• Partnerships, including work with organisations such as the Anne Frank Trust, enrich learning and promote tolerance

Beyond the classroom, opportunities such as our Niddventure programme, careers events and wider enrichment activities ensure all students can access diverse pathways and experiences.

Strong Systems and Support

We are committed to ensuring all students feel safe and supported:

• Robust systems for addressing bullying, discrimination and prejudice
• A confidential reporting system for students
• Effective use of safeguarding and behaviour systems to identify and respond to concerns
• Targeted support for vulnerable students, including those at risk of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)

This ensures a culture where issues are addressed quickly and students are supported to succeed.

Preparing Students for the Future

Through our work on equality and diversity, we are preparing students to become:

• Respectful and inclusive members of society
• Well-informed global citizens
• Individuals who understand and value difference

 The RED Award recognises that this work is deeply embedded in the life of the school and continues to grow.

 Click here to review Moorlands Learning Trust's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.