How to teach diversity and inclusion in the primary classroom
Whether it’s race, gender or sexuality, it’s essential we make sure schools are a safe and equal space for children, and here’s some expert guidance on how you can do it

- by Teachwire
Inside your download
How to combat toxic masculinity in our schools
Dr Finn Mackay explains the importance of un-teaching gender stereotypes for boys, and how you can do it
How to provide support for transgender pupils in primary school
With the rapid rise in gender dysphoria referrals to the NHS among young people, it's time schools become more aware about the issues involved
Explore black history through the Tudor story of Eve
The Tudor story of Eve will help UKS2 pupils explore race, history and children’s rights
5 books to support LGBTQ+ diversity in schools
Reading material in your school library should reflect everyone’s reality, so here are some suggestions to rejoice in love in all its forms
How to talk to children about racism
Here’s how to ensure diversity and inclusion are embedded in your classroom
How to introduce the concept of gender equality using runner Kathrine Switzer
Explore an inspirational sport story about the first woman to run the Boston Marathon

Related Articles
- Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 – What, when & best resources
- National Pet Month – Great 2025 lesson plans for Early Years to KS4
- Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 – Classroom resources and activities
- Safer Internet Day 2025 – Resources, lessons and ideas
- LGBT History Month 2025 – Best resources for primary & secondary

CPD Downloads

Make sure your assessment is effective with these expert insights

Professor Mike Askew provides advice around three areas of primary mathematics to help you become a better teacher

Education experts David Didau, Daisy Christodoulou and Emma McCrea are here to help you improve your assessment methods

Discover creative lesson activities and innovative teaching practices in this CPD box set full of ideas for boosting reading ... more

This eight-part series will give you practical suggestions for helping autistic children – during Autism Acceptance Week an... more

From engaging Year 7s in science to seeing secondary students through their GCSEs, our experts are here to guide you