Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

St Andrew’s College is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered. We actively promote a culture of inclusivity that recognises and appreciates the intersecting dimensions of ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, religion, and other individual characteristics.

Diversifying our student profile is an important aim of the college. Communication and recruitment strategies are being developed and implemented to increase the representation of students from minority communities. St Andrew’s welcomes First Nations students, persons from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

This links to our Scottish Enlightenment heritage, where a sense of social responsibility means we want to be able to offer a college experience to a wide range of students, and the uniqueness of each person is celebrated along with a deep commitment to equality.

We also believe that diversity enriches everybody’s educational experience, enhances personal growth, and prepares our students to thrive in a global society. We embrace the perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, and identities that our students, staff, and community members bring to St Andrew’s.

We are committed to:

1. Cultivating a Welcoming Environment
We strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that embraces individuals from all backgrounds. We foster open dialogue, encourage empathy, and promote understanding among our community members.

2. Providing Equal Opportunities
We ensure all students have equal educational, co-curricular, and leadership opportunities.

3. Celebrating Diversity
We actively recognise and celebrate the diversity within our community. Through events, programs, and other initiatives, we highlight the contributions and achievements of individuals with diverse identities and promote cultural exchange and understanding.