Cranbrook Education Campus Celebrates National Recognition for Inclusion

Cranbrook Education Campus (CEC) is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious Rainbow Flag Award, a national accolade that recognises schools’ committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for all pupils, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+.

The award highlights the school’s dedication to embedding inclusion, equality, and diversity into every aspect of campus life. From comprehensive staff training and pupil-led initiatives to a thoughtfully inclusive curriculum, Cranbrook Education Campus has worked to ensure that every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated.

This recognition comes as a result of a sustained effort to cultivate a culture where difference is respected and diversity is embraced.

As part of the award journey, Cranbrook staff have undergone specialist training to better support pupils, while learners themselves have taken the lead in shaping inclusive practices through pupil voice projects. Lessons now feature themes and stories that reflect a wide range of identities and family structures, helping pupils understand the richness of the world around them.

The Rainbow Flag Award is a nationally recognised quality assurance framework designed for schools and youth-focused organisations. It promotes positive inclusion, representation, and visibility for LGBT+ communities, which includes lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and other related identities. The award encourages a whole-school approach to LGBT+ inclusion, supporting schools in developing effective strategies to challenge and prevent LGBTphobic bullying.

Once achieved, the Rainbow Flag Award remains valid for two years. During this time, schools are expected to maintain a proactive and inclusive culture, using guidance from the awarding body to implement practices that best support LGBT+ inclusion across the school environment.

Cranbrook Education Campus, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is glad to be setting an example, showing that inclusion isn’t just a box to tick, but a lived value that benefits every young person.

Stephen Farmer, Head of Campus at Cranbrook Education Campus said:

"We are absolutely delighted to receive the Rainbow Flag Award. It reflects the genuine commitment of our staff and pupils to making our school a place where everyone belongs. I’m especially proud of how our pupils have embraced the values of kindness, respect, and representation. This is more than an award, it’s a celebration of the inclusive culture we’ve built together."

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said:

"This achievement is a testament to the care, commitment and compassion at the heart of Cranbrook Education Campus. It demonstrates our shared belief that education should be a vehicle for equality and empowerment. I'm proud of the entire school community for creating a place where every child knows they are valued, included and respected."