Thorneyholme is recognised as a being a SILVER Rights Aware school by UNICEF. The Silver Award acknowledges that our school community is fully aware of the articles enshrined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UN CRC) and that these articles are reflected in the school's ethos, practice and environment.
 

'Opportunities for effective pupil participation and engagement are extensive at Thorneyholme. 
The voice and participation of the pupils is taken seriously by adults across the school.
Inclusion and the celebration of diversity are key features of the school. 
Children and adults described very positive and mutually respectful relationships across the school.
Numerous structures are in place to promote mental health as well as physical wellbeing. 
The children have regular and well planned access to current news which becomes a stimulus for discussion and action.'
UNICEF RRSA 2018

What is a Rights Respecting School?                                                                                                                                                        

UNICEF works with schools in the UK to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive. The Rights Respecting Schools Award embeds these values in daily school life and gives children the best chance to lead happy, healthy lives and to be responsible, active citizens.