LGBT+ inclusion

Explore free resources to support LGBT+ inclusion. From blogs, research, poetry, and guidance to help support discussions in your communities with pupils, parents, and peers.

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Mark Segal

Born in 1951, Philadelphia, pioneering gay activist Mark Segal fought for global LGBT+ rights. We’re honoured to have Mark share his inspiring story.

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Laila El-Metoui

Laila, Equity Educator at lemeducation.com, advocates social justice. She is also the founder of Pride in Education and Educating Out Racism. Discover Laila’s top tips for promoting LGBT+ Inclusion in the classroom.

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Teaching and learning resources

Wonderful women

Since 1987, Women’s History Month has celebrated the contributions and existence of women around the world. Yet, at the time of its creation, an entire group of women were overlooked.  

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LGBT+ Glossary

Explore diverse identities in our glossary. We want to champion understanding and continuous self-education on gender and sexual orientation terms.

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Supported by Pearson, Stonewall - Acceptance without exception

LGBT+ Inclusive Curriculum Guides

Bring LGBT+ inclusion and celebration of difference alive in school classrooms with inclusive for Primary and Secondary curriculum guides created by Stonewall.

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Diversity & Inclusion in Schools report

Drawing on the views of 2,000 UK teachers, our report sheds light on diversity and inclusion in schools.

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History topic of the month: Stonewall

Pride Month originated from riots between the LGBT+ community and police outside The Stonewall Inn. Explore the reasons behind the historic eruption.

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Alan Turing and LGBT+ persecution

This History Topic of the Month tells the story of Alan Turing, a pioneering English mathematician and computer scientist, who had a huge impact on the twentieth century.

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Scientist of the month: Alan Turing

One of the greatest minds ever known, he deserves to be celebrated not just as a scientist, but also as an incredible member of the LGBT+ community.

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A Scientific spotlight on... Neena Schwartz

Enjoy reading our spotlight on this dedicated American endocrinologist, feminist and LGBT+ advocate, Neena Schwartz.

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Permission to Speak

We look at how LGBT+ History is celebrated across French, German, and Spanish speaking worlds, and how LGBT+ activism and awareness is changing the way we use language itself.

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Future Ready

Dr Catherine Lee and Jerome Cargill from Courageous Leaders discuss their book, 'Courage in the Classroom' – stories, advice and practical guidance for LGBT+ inclusion in schools.

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LGBT+ inclusion in History

History and Politics teacher Bex Bothwell-O'Hearn (she/her), shares her views on LGBT+ inclusion in history and what she's doing to celebrate more diversity across her school.

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History topic of the month: The Gap Pride Movement in the UK

Bex Bothwell-O'Hearn, shares the history of the Gay Pride Movement in the UK and the struggle faced by members of the LGBT+ community to achieve equal rights.

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Pride in Education

Promoting inclusivity for the LGBTIQA+ community in education

As part of our sponsorship, we commissioned a poem by Trudy Howson, to help promote the message that education can help encourage understanding and open minds. 

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We've also created a special filming of the poem that brings together students, teachers, practitioners, and representatives from the LGBTIQA+ community.  

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Latest blogs

Reflecting on Diversity and Inclusion in Schools

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Dr Ben Dunn - Head of Impact and Insights, Magic Breakfast

Pearson’s 2020 report on diversity and inclusion in schools brought to light significant findings that directly resonated with Magic Breakfast’s mission of ensuring that no child starts their school day too hungry to learn. Diversity and inclusion are not just about what is taught, but also how schools support every child to thrive both academically and personally.

December 12, 2024
Digital Assessment Research: Mode Comparability

Student performance across onscreen and paper-based exams

We believe that exams should be a fair and accurate reflection of students’ performance – regardless of whether an exam is taken onscreen or on paper.

That’s why our research focuses on many aspects of comparability – including student performance across paper and digital exams.

December 3, 2024
Digital Assessment Research: Text Styling and Formatting

We believe that all students should be able to best show what they know and can do in exams – regardless of whether the exam is taken onscreen or on paper.   

That’s why we’re continuously researching and gathering feedback to better understand and inform how we can enhance accessibility and inclusion in exams – including through text styling and formatting.

December 3, 2024