Celebrating Diversity | Promoting Inclusion | Empowering Students At Bexhill Academy, we are proud to be a Rainbow Flag Award school. The Rainbow Flag Award is a national quality assurance framework that focusses on positive LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus other related identities) inclusion and visibility in schools. The award encourages a whole-school approach to celebrating diversity, challenging discrimination, and ensuring that every student feels seen, supported, and safe. It reflects our commitment to creating a school culture rooted in kindness, respect and opportunity for all. We know that exploring sexuality and gender identity can be a positive experience for many young people, but we also recognise that it can come with challenges. At Bexhill Academy, we are here to support every student-no matter their journey. Common challenges some LGBTQ+ young people face can include: Our LGBTQ+ students are a valued and visible part of the Bexhill Academy community. If you’re looking for someone to talk to, need a quiet space, or want support from a staff ally, there are safe spaces around the school clearly marked with signs. Pastoral managers and all year team staff are trained and ready to support you. No student should ever feel alone. Every young person deserves to feel confident and respected at school. Helpful resources: Throughout the year, we celebrate the vibrancy and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community through events and awareness campaigns, including: As one of our students said: Together, we are building a school where everyone belongs.
Rainbow Flag Award at Bexhill Academy
Information for Students
Support at School
Celebrating LGBTQ+ Life
“Young people spend most of their childhood being at school, so knowing you come to a safe place for most of the day is everything.”
