The Equality Act 2010

All Schools are required to understand how the Equality Act affects them and how to fulfil their duties under the act.  The government guidance below has been used when planning Field House's Equality Information and Objectives.  Please click the links to view these.

Equality Act 2010: advice for schools

Protected Characteristics

It is against the law to discriminate against someone because of a protected characteristic.

What are protected characteristics?

• age
• disability
• gender reassignment
• marriage and civil partnership
• pregnancy and maternity
• race
• religion or belief
• sex
• sexual orientation

You are protected under the Equality Act 2010 from these types of discrimination.