Black History Month is a great opportunity to explore Black history, heritage, culture and achievements, and spark discussion about equality and inclusion.
The theme this year is ‘Reclaiming Narratives’, looking at stories and history to correct historical inaccuracies and showcase untold stories.
Remember that Black history should be integrated into your curriculum all year round, and not just in Black History Month. To help you achieve this, review your curriculum using our guidance and tools.
Celebrate Black History Month your own way
There are lots of ways to celebrate. For example, you could hold whole-school assemblies, adapt lesson plans, and put up posters and displays that reflect the contributions that Black people have made – and are making now – to areas such as science, politics, culture and society.
Inviting speakers from local Black-owned businesses into school, to speak about their business and
