Rights respecting school

UNICEF UK rewards schools which hold the 'Convention on the Rights of a Child' as central to their curriculum. Scince 2004 over 800 schools, both primary and secondary, have been recognised as Rights respecting schools.

Evidence has shown that pupils benefit from the school ethos, resulting in better behaviour and more positive attitude, a greater knowledge of global issues and improved inclusion within these schools.

Schools promote respectful behaviour to one another and provide a better understanding of where children stand within their environment and the world as a whole. It helps children better understand their rights and their responsibilities.

Rights respecting schools award

Rights respecting schools website

Convention on rights of a child - UNICEF

Guiding principals
Protection
Participation
Survival and Development

There are 42 articles stated under the convention on rights of a child which dictates what is necessary for the successful development and well-being of a child. It explores how countries individually and internationally can meet the needs of all children and help create a better quality of life for them. It discusses the rights to food, water, shelter and education in addition to others.