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Craigneuk school celebrating UNICEF UK's Rights Respecting School Gold Award

This award recognises Berryhill Primary's commitment to embedding children's rights in every aspect of school life. A Craigneuk school is celebrating a prestigious gold accreditation from a worldwide charity. UNICEF UK has awarded Berryhill Primary School and Nursery the coveted Rights Respecting School Gold Award. ‌ This award recognises the school's commitment to embedding children's rights in every aspect of school life. ‌ The Gold Award is UNICEF UK's highest accolade and is a testament to the school's dedication to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where the rights of every child are upheld and celebrated. 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Gold Award. It is a wonderful recognition of the hard work and commitment of our pupils, staff, and families,' said the school's headteacher Carrie Nicol. 'At Berryhill Primary, we believe that every child has the right to feel valued and heard, and this accolade reflects our dedication to promoting children's rights in all that we do.' The Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) encourages schools to incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into their ethos and curriculum. Berryhill Primary and Nursery's journey to Gold included rigorous self-assessment, engagement with children's rights initiatives, and active involvement from pupils in advocating for their rights. ‌ North Lanarkshire Provost Kenneth Duffy and education convener Michael McBride joined pupils and staff to celebrate the achievement. Councillor Michael McBride, the council's Convener of Education, Children and Families, congratulated the school. He said: 'This award is a fantastic achievement for Berryhill Primary School and Nursery. ‌ 'It reflects the commitment of the staff and the enthusiasm of the pupils to make children's rights a central part of their school culture. Everyone involved should be incredibly proud of this recognition.' The award reflects Berryhill Primary's ongoing dedication to creating a school culture that respects and values every child's rights. * Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!