Education Research and Guides

Stonewall has produced a number of ground-breaking research reports relating to issues of homophobic bullying, different families and education. We have also produced a series of practical guides for primary and secondary schools with good practice case studies and top-ten tips on a range of issues.

Download documents below or email education@stonewallscotland.org.uk to order hard copies.

Celebrating difference cornerstone - this four-page document outlines Stonewall's work with primary schools and explains why it's important to talk about different families. Read more
Different families research - based on interviews, this report is about the experiences of children with lesbian, gay and bisexual parents. Read more
The teachers' report - based on a survey of over 2,000 primary and secondary school staff and their experiences of homophobic bullying.
The school report - based on a survey with over 1,600 young LGB people and their experiences at school, includes recommendations on how to tackle homophobic bullying.

Challenging homophobic language - a practical guide for primary and secondary school.
Supporting lesbian gay and bisexual young people - a guide for schools and anyone working with young people.
Including different families - a guide for primary and secondary schools on how to talk about different families in class.
Working with faith communities - a guide on managing the relationship between faith, sexual orientation and homophobic bullying in an educational setting.
Effective school leadership - a guide for all school leaders including heads, senior school staff and governors on how to lead on anti-homophobic bullying work.

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