Oakview Remembers: Honouring Courage, Sacrifice and Remembrance

Today, the children and staff at Oakview Primary Academy came together to mark Remembrance Day, taking time to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

At 11am, the whole school observed the national two-minute silence. We were incredibly proud of the children, who demonstrated exceptional respect, maturity and thoughtfulness throughout this important moment of reflection.

As part of our No Outsiders programme, children also learned about the remarkable life of Walter Tull, one of the first Black officers to command white British soldiers during the First World War. His inspiring story provided an opportunity to explore themes of courage, equality, determination and overcoming prejudice. The children reflected on the importance of recognising the contributions of people from all backgrounds and ensuring that their stories are remembered.

Our younger children explored Remembrance Day through the moving story War Dog, which tells the true story of Judy, a remarkable dog who served during the Second World War and became the first dog to be officially recognised as a prisoner of war. Her story helped the children understand the importance of loyalty, bravery and friendship, while learning that animals, as well as people, played important roles during wartime.

Remembrance Day is an important opportunity for our children to develop an understanding of history, reflect on the sacrifices made by others and appreciate the values of peace, kindness and respect.

We are extremely proud of the thoughtful and respectful way all our children marked this significant occasion.

At Oakview, we remember. Lest we forget.