LGBT+ Support

Pride Club

Pride club is a supportive and inclusive space for people to be themselves. It takes place every Monday after school in MA5.  Mrs Carr runs the club and everyone is welcome to attend.

Pastoral Support

If you would like to speak to someone about your identity or sexuality, visit the pupil support centre to speak to one of the Pastoral Support Managers.  Alternatively, you can call or text the well-being line for support and guidance 07969203860

You can also speak to the well-being team.  Drop in sessions take place every break time at the upper site well-being hub.

Reporting LGBT+ phobic language/incidents

LGBT phobic language and behaviours are not tolerated at George Spencer Academy.  If you have heard or witnessed LGBT+ phobic language or behaviour, please report it to a member of staff as soon as possible

Rainbow Flag Award

The school are currently working towards the Rainbow Flag Award.  If you are interested in helping the school achieve this award, please speak to Mr Dakers or Mr Steane:

https://www.rainbowflagaward.co.uk/

Every year, we celebrate Pride month with a range of activities and events.  Here is the programme for our Pride month celebrations for 2023

Pride Month 2023.docx

External Support

Here is a list of useful links for services and agencies that provide support to young people who identify as LGBT+.

Helpline that provides advice and understanding.  Available via phone, email or live chat through the website: https://switchboard.lgbt/

Provides a range of specialist services for young people (and their families) who identify as LGBT+ or may be questioning this: https://www.lgbtplusnotts.org.uk/ 

A great website that provides information and support for members and family members of the LGBT+ community in Nottinghamshire: https://www.nottslgbt.com/