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like they belong, no matter where they’re
and international trips.
from, but also allow pupils to learn about
The Spring Term saw the return of
each other’s cultures and grow their
our cultural fair as pupils at the Senior
understanding and respect for di昀昀erent
School celebrated International Mother
ways of life.
Language Day 2024 with an incredible
immersive multi-language showcase.
“It’s also a great way to raise awareness
O昀케cially launched by UNESCO in 1999,
and celebrate the cultures of the countries
International Mother Language Day
our current pupils are from. Celebrating
has grown in popularity with events
di昀昀erent cultures helps to break down
and celebrations taking place all over
stereotypes and makes the school feel
the world. With the 2024 theme as
more united – it ensures that everyone
‘Multilingual Education – a pillar of
feels welcome, valued and that their
learning and intergenerational learning’,
national voices have been heard.
the event aims to promote the awareness,
preservation and protection of all
“This year, we celebrated International
languages used by all peoples of the
Mother Language Day by showcasing
world through education, the arts, the
some of the di昀昀erent cultures in
sciences and culture.
Framlingham College, with traditional
snacks, street food, cultural wear and
With our rich and diverse school
even historical artifacts. The reaction
community of pupils and sta昀昀, our cultural
from the school community has been
fair included stalls representing mother
brilliant and we look forward to adding
languages from countries including
International Mother Language Day as an
Ukraine, Brazil, South Africa, Sri Lanka,
annual school event.”
Nigeria, France, Spain and Portugal.
International Holidays are also recognised
With delicious treats, national dress,
across the school during the academic
notable celebrities, and wonderful
year, from Ramadan to Lunar New Year.
creations, the stalls showcased the best
2024 was the Year of the Dragon and our
of each country, with interactive elements
Prep School pupils had the chance to learn
for pupils to discover more or test their
about Chinese history and culture with art,
knowledge on the country and its history.
crafts, stories and music. In the dining hall,
the catering team created a brilliant menu
Talking about the importance of events
of Asian cuisine, with the Senior School
like this in school, our Head of Global
Library hosting author spotlights featuring
Awareness Prefect, Prissha K, said:
Chinese-born New York based author,
“Events like this are so important in
XiXi Tian, and New York Times best-seller
schools – they not only help pupils feel
and YouTuber, Xiran Jay Zhao.
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