Burwood East Special Developmental School (BESDS) is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where racism is not tolerated. Racism harms students’ mental health, learning and sense of belonging. We celebrate the diversity of cultures, ethnicities and faiths of all our students. It is up to all of us at BESDS to make our school a place that is free of racism and where everyone feels respected and can learn in a safe and inclusive environment.
BESDS follows the Department of Education’s Preventing and Addressing Racism in Schools Policy. We are building a culturally safe school with inclusive learning for everyone by working with staff, students, families, carers and communities. We will:
If your child experiences or witnesses racism or religious discrimination at school, please let us know. You can tell your child’s teacher or any of the school leadership team.
If you don’t feel comfortable reporting racism to school, or you are not happy with the school’s response, you can report racism to:
For additional support following an incident of racism:
For more information about how to report racism to the school, and to get information in community languages, visit this website: Report racism or religious discrimination in schools.
If you need an interpreter to call the school, please use the details available at: Guide for Families: How to use an interpreter to contact your school.
When you report a racist incident, BESDS will:
