Clydebank High School received UNICEF Silver Award

Clydebank High School has received the UNICEF Silver Award for being a Rights Respecting school.

This award celebrates schools setting high standards for children’s wellbeing by putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) at the heart of their culture and practice.

Clydebank High School's award acknowledges the school’s efforts to promote and realise children’s rights while fostering an environment where everyone is encouraged to respect each other.

It follows dedicated work across the school to embed children’s rights into daily learning, planning, policies and practice.

Jacqui Lynam, headteacher at Clydebank High School, said: "This is a great achievement and I am very proud of everyone at the school for their hard work and effort that has led to us being given this prestigious award.

"It is clear the teachers, support staff, pupils and their parents and carers are extremely committed to the education, health and wellbeing of all our young people and I want to thank them for their help in supporting the school to receive the Silver Award."

Clydebank High was praised for its focus on four key areas of impact: wellbeing, participation, relationships and self-esteem.

This created healthier, happier young people who feel safe and empowered; have stronger relationships and are involved with school life and the wider community.

The school was also commended for integrating children’s rights into teaching and learning.

Pupils regularly explore the UNCRC through classroom discussions, assemblies and dedicated lessons.

These activities support pupils in connecting their rights to their responsibilities and deepen their understanding of respect and fairness.

The programme encourages pupils to share their views and contribute meaningfully to school decisions.

Councillor Michelle McGinty, convener of education, said: "I am delighted that the Clydebank High School community has been recognised for their hard work by receiving this Silver Award.

"I would like to thank everyone involved for their commitment which is testament to the dedicated teachers, support staff and families who encourage our young people to lead wholesome and fulfilling lives both within and outwith school."

Councillor John Millar, vice convener of education, said: "Well done to everyone involved in achieving the Silver Award, which recognises the school’s commitment to embedding respect and fairness throughout the school.

"I look forward to hearing about the progress of the school in their work on achieving Gold status".