West Berkshire school recognised by UNICEF

Over the past 18 months, staff and pupils have used various events to raise awareness of UNICEF and the Rights of the Child.
UNICEF representatives were so impressed with the schools efforts, that they were graded as ‘outstanding’ at Level 1, the highest accolade.
Headteacher, Felix Rayner, said: "Everyone at the school has learnt lessons from the Convention that they will undoubtedly carry through life.
"As part of the process, they have debated important subjects such as the issues surrounding child soldiers.
"This has given them a great empathy for the struggles that children in other countries face and a unique depth of knowledge around global issues facing children. This learning will be further enhanced as we begin our journey into Level 2.”
On Friday, Newbury MP, Richard Benyon, presented the pupils with their UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools Award.
He said: "I am so impressed at how far this school has come since my last visit.
"To be the first school in West Berkshire to become a rights respecting school is a fantastic achievement and all those involved should be really proud.
“I have travelled to places in the world where children are literally dying for an education. Through learning about the many challenges that their fellow children face globally, the children will no doubt hold a greater appreciation for their education and the world around them.”