From Tin Mines to Tales: School Celebrates Cornwall in Style

Students and staff came together this week to celebrate Cornish culture, heritage and language in a vibrant, school-wide event. The special themed week aimed to raise awareness of Cornwall’s unique traditions while encouraging pupils to explore a rich and often overlooked part of British identity.

Throughout the week, lessons across different subjects were adapted to include Cornish themes. In history, students learned about Cornwall’s past, including its mining heritage and ancient legends. English lessons introduced traditional Cornish stories, while art classes focused on designing pieces inspired by the Cornish coastline and minehouses.

Nursery put on their baker hats and bakes scones.

Reception made some Cornish flags and learnt the phrase ‘Gwag ov vy’ I’m hungry.

Year 1 completed a Cornish Artist study based on Anthony Frost

Year 2 created Bee Factfiles and Cornish Standing Stones

 

Year 3 have been completing a mining study, complete with art work and learning about St Piran.

Year 4 have been retelling the story of Bolster the Giant and making ‘heva cake’

Year 6 created Celtic crosses and mining artwork.

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