Kilbowie Primary awarded UNICEF Rights Respecting School

Pupils at Kilbowie Primary School are celebrating after receiving the silver award for being a Rights Respecting school.

The Rights Respecting Schools status is awarded to schools that show commitment to promoting and realising children’s rights and encouraging adults, children and young people to respect the rights of others in school.

The award also recognises achievement in putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child at the heart of a school’s planning, policies and practice.

The school was praised for promoting the four key areas of impact for children at a Rights Respecting school – wellbeing, participation, relationships and self-esteem – resulting in healthier, happier children who feel safe; have improved relationships and are active and involved in school life and the wider world.

Councillor Clare Steel, Convener of Educational Services, said: “This is a great achievement and I would like to congratulate everyone at the school for the hard work and effort that has led to them winning this prestigious award. It is clear the teachers, support staff, parents and carers are extremely committed to the education, health and wellbeing of all our young people.”

Councillor John Millar, Vice Convener of Educational Services, said: “I would like to thank everyone involved for their hard work and commitment in gaining this Silver Award.  This award is testament to the dedicated teachers, support staff and our families who encourage pupils to lead wholesome and fulfilling lives both within and outwith school.”