The Teachers’ Toolkit is for all involved in the education of school-aged Gypsy and Traveller children. For generations the children have experienced the poorest educational outcomes of any minority ethnic group. Yet, little progress had been made.
Poor outcomes impact on employment opportunities, life experiences and overall wellbeing. The Toolkit aims to support educators to work in partnership with communities as agents of positive change.
NOMADIC COMMUNITIES
History
Traditions
Misconceptions
CURRICULUM
Learning about nomadic cultures
Learning through a culturally sustaining curriculum
Learning within the traditions of the culture
INCLUSION AND BELONGING
Discrimination
Developing positive relationships
Representing culture in school environments
MANAGING TRANSITIONS
Suppporting the move into school and nursery
Transitioning between primary and secondary schools
Positive transitions beyond school
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Communication and outreach
Co-production and meaningful roles
Supporting parents to become involved in education
LEADERSHIP
Leadership roles and responsibilities within schools
Local authority responsibilities
Government, national and international policy