On Thursday 1st May, we proudly held our second RED Exhibition—an inspiring celebration of the richness of our curriculum and the strength of our diverse community. The event welcomed parents, Governors, local organisations, and dignitaries, allowing us to share the values of Respect, Equality, and Diversity that underpin everything we do at school.

The afternoon began with a vibrant display of colour in the assembly hall, as children arrived dressed in traditional costumes, organisation uniforms, and the colours of their national flags. There was a palpable sense of pride as pupils stood to showcase their heritage—one child wore a traditional dress from Kurdistan, another donned a Zulu headdress, and another proudly displayed the flag and colours of St Kitts and Nevis.

Throughout the hall, each year group hosted their own stand, beautifully decorated with posters and projects that highlighted how their learning connects with the RED ethos. These stands were confidently presented by our School Councillors, who spoke knowledgeably and passionately with visitors.

The afternoon featured a series of impressive performances:

• Drama club performed a specially written piece of work focussing on our RED key values.
• Year 1 sang Walking on Sunshine and Here Comes the Sun, accompanied by Makaton signing.
• Year 3 performed This Is Me from The Greatest Showman using British Sign Language.
• The school choir performed a beautiful rendition of our school RED song.
• Year 5 shared powerful poetry inspired by Benjamin Zephaniah, reflecting the rich cultural backgrounds within their classes and how they unite as 5L and 5E.
• Year 6 performed thought-provoking spoken word pieces in the style of George the Poet, addressing issues such as bullying, inflation, and racism with maturity and insight.

To round off the afternoon, we were treated to a wonderful showcase of individual talent. A Year 6 pupil impressed with a lively Irish dance performance, a Year 5 pupil sang a beautiful traditional song in Farsi, a Year 3 pupil energised the room with a vibrant Bhangra routine, and a Year 5 boy played a moving rendition of the Indian national anthem on the piano. These were just a few of the many incredible performances that highlighted the creativity, confidence, and cultural pride of our pupils.

It was truly uplifting to see our children so confidently and proudly expressing themselves. The event captured the essence of who we are as a school—a community that values and celebrates difference, that builds inclusion into every corner of the curriculum, and that continues to live and breathe the ethos of Respect, Equality, and Diversity. Moments like this remind us of the importance of fostering a sense of belonging and pride in every child, every day.