At the start of each session, Biggar High School, South Lanarkshire sends a policy statement to all parents and carers which describes why the school takes the issue of poverty seriously and the action it is taking.

The statement includes:

  • A clear message about the school’s commitment to equity. 
  • Details about the specific areas in which the school offers support.
  • A list of the members of staff who can be contacted and contact details.
  • Information about Pupil Equity Funding and the school’s own Equity Fund

 

Head Teacher, Robert Stewart says that:

“The aim of our school is 'to enable every member of our school community to achieve their full potential' and to achieve this end we have a moral duty to ensure that, wherever we can, work as a school community to eliminate any barriers to pupil learning and progress. To this end we endeavour, in a variety of ways, to alleviate the cost of the school day for pupils and families who may require financial support.”