--- title: "Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College Celebrate Rainbow Flag Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusion" url: "https://greatsankey.org/news/2025-11-26-great-sankey-high-school-and-barrow-hall-college-celebrate-rainbow-flag-award-for-lgbtq-i" school: "Great Sankey High School" --- # Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College Celebrate Rainbow Flag Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusion ![Image of Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College Celebrate Rainbow Flag Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusion](https://files.schudio.com/great-sankey-high-school/images/news/pride2.jpg) 26 November 2025 We are absolutely delighted to announce that Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College have achieved the prestigious Rainbow Flag award, a nationally recognised accolade that celebrates outstanding commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility in schools. The Rainbow Flag award recognises schools and colleges that actively promote equality, inclusivity, and respect for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It highlights the efforts made to create a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for every child and young person, both within the school community and beyond. This achievement is the culmination of months of hard work and dedication by staff and students, spearheaded by Mrs Donlan, whose leadership has been pivotal in driving this initiative. From awareness campaigns to inclusive policies, the school and college have implemented a wide range of strategies to ensure that diversity is celebrated and that all students feel valued and supported. “We are incredibly proud of this achievement,” said Mrs Donlan. “It reflects the commitment of our entire school and college community to fostering an environment where everyone can feel safe, respected, and included. We will continue to build on this success and look for new ways to support our students and promote equality.” The award not only recognises the work done to date but also serves as a springboard for ongoing initiatives. Both Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College are committed to maintaining their inclusive approach, ensuring that diversity is embedded into every aspect of school life, from the curriculum to extracurricular activities. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all staff, students, and community members who contributed to this achievement. Your dedication and support demonstrate what can be achieved when inclusivity and equality are placed at the heart of education. This Rainbow Flag award is a proud moment for our schools, and we look forward to continuing our journey to make Great Sankey High School and Barrow Hall College places where every student can thrive. ![](https://greatsankey.org/images/pride1.jpg) [Pride](https://greatsankey.org/news/tag/pride) [ Lennie Leads the Way with Inspiring Christmas Fundraiser](https://greatsankey.org/news/2025-11-17-lennie-leads-the-way-with-inspiring-christmas-fundraiser) [Lennie Completes Christmas Triathlon Challenge and Raises Nearly £500 for Warrington Youth Zone ](https://greatsankey.org/news/2025-12-05-lennie-completes-christmas-triathlon-challenge-and-raises-nearly-500-for-warrington-youth) ### Our School - [Welcome from the Executive Principal](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/headteacher-s-message) - [Our Values & Ethos](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/our-values) - [Virtual Tour](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/virtual-tours) - [Our Staff](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/staff) - [News](https://greatsankey.org/news) - [Admissions](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/admissions) - [Open Evening](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/open-evening) - [School Performance Information](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/results) - [Ofsted Information](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/ofsted-information) - [Policies and Reports](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/policies-and-reports) - [Governance](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/governance) - [Work For Us](https://greatsankey.org/recruitment) - [Prospectus](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/school-prospectus) - [Omega Multi Academy Trust](https://greatsankey.org/our-school/omega-multi-academy-trust) - [Contact Us](https://greatsankey.org/contact) ![Great Sankey High School](https://files.schudio.com/great-sankey-high-school/images/logo/Omega_Part_of_Logo_White_Mono.png) **Great Sankey High School** Barrow Hall Lane Warrington Cheshire WA5 3AA Tel: 01925 724118 Fax: 01925 727396 Email: ## Follow Us - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/GreatSankeyHS/) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/omega-multi-academy-trust) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/great_sankey_high_school/) ## Translation © Copyright 2016–2026 Great Sankey High School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://greatsankey.org/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/) Update cookies preferences