Putting anti-racism into practice: A Welsh primary school's journey

In the fourth instalment of their series on anti-racist practice, Dr Stella Louis and Hannah Betteridge present a compelling case study from a Welsh primary school that demonstrates how commitment to equity can move beyond policy documents into the fabric of everyday school life. The article examines the practical strategies, staff reflection processes, and cultural shifts required to create an environment where every child feels they belong, regardless of their racial or ethnic background. The school's journey highlights specific interventions including curriculum decolonisation, diverse representation in learning materials, and behaviour policies that address racial incidents through restorative rather than punitive approaches. Staff training emerges not as a one-off obligation but as an ongoing professional dialogue, supported by leadership that models vulnerability and accountability in addressing systemic inequalities. For local authority education teams and school governors, this example offers a tangible roadmap for supporting institutions to meet their public sector equality duties whilst fostering genuinely inclusive communities. The authors emphasise that anti-racist education is not merely about preventing discrimination but actively celebrating diversity and ensuring that all children see themselves reflected and valued within their learning environment.