Racism
Glasgow, the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Scotland, has the largest black and ethnic minority population in Scotland.
The population in educational establishments is approximateley 70,000.
Approximately 9,500 (12.9%) of those pupils belong to black and ethnic minority groups.
Currently, there are approximately 2,400 asylum seeker and refugee children enrolled in establishments in Glasgow.
In addition, over the last 2 years, over 2,000 foreign national children have enrolled. The main areas of origin are Eastern European (EU Accession states) and the Indian sub-continent.
Glasgow's Commitment
Glasgow City Council is committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and social justice. It affirms the right of all citizens to live free from discrimination and prejudice. It pledges to 'fight discrimination and encourage a vibrant multicultural Glasgow'.
The major priority for education in Glasgow is raising attainment. Other priorities include social inclusion and economic development. Race equality is a fundamental right and is central to the achievement of all. Racism limits the educational achievement of black and ethnic minority children and young people, and damages the healthy personal and social development of all young people.
There is no place for racism within any educational establishment in Glasgow. Education Services will not tolerate racism within any of its activities or establishments.
Race Equality Policy Statement - 295k pdf