This award recognises the school’s commitment to embedding children’s rights in every aspect of school life.

The Gold Award is UNICEF UK's highest accolade and is a testament to the school’s dedication to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where the rights of every child are upheld and celebrated.

"We are absolutely delighted to receive the Gold Award. It is a fantastic recognition of the hard work and commitment of our pupils, staff, and families.

"At Berryhill Primary, we believe that every child has the right to feel valued and heard, and this accolade reflects our dedication to promoting children’s rights in all we do,” said head teacher Carrie Nicol.

The Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) encourages schools to incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into their ethos and curriculum.

Berryhill Primary and Nursery’s journey to Gold included rigorous self-assessment, engagement with children’s rights initiatives, and active involvement from pupils in advocating for their rights.

Councillor Michael McBride, Convener of Education, Children and Families, congratulated the school: "This award is a fantastic achievement for Berryhill Primary School and Nursery.

“It reflects the commitment of the staff and the enthusiasm of the pupils to make children’s rights a central part of their school culture. Everyone involved should be incredibly proud of this recognition."

The award reflects Berryhill Primary’s ongoing dedication to creating a school culture that respects and values every child’s rights.