Fishergate Primary School is proud to be situated in the centre of York, which is a City of Sanctuary and the first UK Human Rights city. Here at Fishergate, we work together with our local community to help families fleeing violence, persecution and poverty. We are committed to ensuring that our children and their families, staff and the community understand what it means to be seeking sanctuary and the struggles asylum seekers and refugees face. We welcome everyone as equal, valued members of the school community.
As an aspiring school of sanctuary, we are committed to
- developing a growing understanding across the school about the experiences of people seeking sanctuary to challenge misconceptions, build empathy and solidarity, and to help you know best how to support and welcome them
- taking positive action to embed concepts of welcome, safety and success within the school to ensure everyday culture and practice fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment where everyone can thrive, but particularly students seeking sanctuary
- working collaboratively in the local area, including working with those seeking sanctuary, to share our values and efforts
What is a School of Sanctuary?
School of Sanctuary is a growing network of more than 1,200 primary and secondary schools, nurseries and sixth forms all committed to creating a culture of welcome, understanding and belonging for those forced to flee.
Driven by teachers, school staff, parents, governors and community groups, this network supports the thousands of children and young people seeking sanctuary in the UK, raises awareness of the experiences of people seeking safety, and plays a key role in building a culture of kindness and compassion.
This growing network is supported by the umbrella organisation City of Sanctuary.
