Rights at the heart of life as Muthill earns accolade
governments and adults in positions of power in order to campaign for children’s rights.
Head teacher Keri Reid said: “We are delighted with the feedback we received from UNICEF and proud to be ambassadors for children’s rights.
“As a school community we are committed to taking action on social justice issues and it underpins our curriculum rationale.
“Working from a rights- respecting stance means that our children know that they have a genuine voice in the change process.
“It’s exciting work and a real privilege to work with such committed, caring and empathetic pupils.”
Mrs Reid was recognised in the 2019 New Year Honours with an MBE for the global outlook she’s brought to her school.
The UNICEF award 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.
Schools taking part have reported a positive impact on pupil behaviour, relationships and wellbeing by enhancing pupils’ self- esteem, leading to less truancy and bullying, better learning and improved academic standards.
UNICEF UK rights respecting schools programme director, Frances Bestley, said: “Muthill very much impressed us with the confident way in which children are positive participatory citizens who make a difference close to home and globally.
“We’ve seen how pupils understand their rights and show respect for each
We’ve seen how pupils understand their rights