Black History Month 2026

Black History is British History

This week, students in Years 7 and 8 took part in an engaging and thought-provoking assembly delivered by Mr Tobias, exploring the theme "Black History is British History." Using historical evidence and real-life stories, students discovered that Black history is not something separate from Britain's past but is woven throughout the history of our country. 

This week, students in Years 7 and 8 took part in an engaging and thought-provoking assembly delivered by Mr Tobias, exploring the theme "Black History is British History." Using historical evidence and real-life stories, students discovered that Black history is not something separate from Britain's past but is woven throughout the history of our country.

Challenging Common Misconceptions

The assembly began by exploring common misconceptions surrounding Black history. Students were encouraged to consider how Black history is often associated only with the arrival of the Empire Windrush in 1948. However, they learned that Black people have been living in Britain for almost 2,000 years, making Black history an important part of British history.

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