A primary school is holding special events to celebrate Black History Month.

Thorpe Primary School, part of Peterborough Keys Academies Trust (PKAT), is hosting a range of activities throughout October to help students, staff, and the wider community deepen their understanding of black heritage and culture.

The school aims to provide a meaningful opportunity for everyone involved to share and celebrate the impact of black heritage and culture.

The celebrations include special assemblies and focused assignments to explore the origins and significance of Black History Month.

A highlight of the month was a visit from Precious Graham on October 4.

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Miss Graham, who was a teacher at Thorpe Primary School until July 2023, is now part of Culture Community, a Saturday school dedicated to teaching eight to 16-year-olds about black history, culture, and traditions.

She returned to the school to share her knowledge and introduce the valuable work being done by Culture Community.

The visit provided students in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6) with an inspiring learning experience, highlighting the importance of cultural heritage.

Deputy head teacher, Paula Jeremaes, expressed her appreciation for Miss Graham's return.

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She said: "It was lovely to see Miss Graham return to Thorpe Primary School in her new role with Culture Community.

"Miss Graham was a much-loved teacher at Thorpe, and her ability to share the work of Culture Community and its importance during Black History Month was truly inspiring. "

Miss Graham, founder of Culture Community, said: “It was such a joy returning to Thorpe Primary School, a school that I hold close to my heart.

"Being able to lead my first assembly on Black History Month and what we do at Culture Community was very exciting and rewarding.”

Thorpe Primary School will continue to engage students with Black History Month through lessons, activities, and homework assignments throughout October.