Dear Parents,
We are delighted to announce our upcoming Around the World Day on Monday, 13th January, and we greatly appreciate your enthusiasm and willingness to volunteer for this special event.
‘Around the World’ Day is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures represented within our school community, while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the wider world. This year, we aim to make the event as educational and enriching as possible for our pupils.
What We Envision for the Stalls
We encourage each stall to showcase the richness of its chosen country with a focus on learning and exploration. Here are some ideas to include:
- Geography: Highlight the country’s capital city, major landmarks, and famous rivers.
- Famous Figures: Share information about notable individuals such as historical figures, athletes, or artists.
- Language: Teach simple phrases like “hello”, “goodbye”, and “how are you?” in the local language.
- Culture and Arts: Feature traditional music, artwork, or crafts.
- Trivia: Fun facts to engage the children and spark their curiosity.
The children will be given passports for the event, allowing them to “travel” from stall to stall. Each time they visit a country, they will receive a stamp for their passport, making the day both interactive and memorable.
Event Details
- Setup Time: Volunteers are welcome to arrive from 6:45am to set up their displays. Please ensure your tables are ready by 8:00 am for a smooth start to the event.
- All FS children to be dropped at PS – Gate 4 – MPH on the event day.
- Event Timing: The festivities will run from 8:00 am to 2:40 pm.
- Tables: Each table measures 72 cm x 153 cm and will be placed outdoors. We have three tables near the canteen with power sockets, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please let us know in advance if you require this facility.
Food Guidelines
If you plan to share food as part of your display, we kindly request that you prioritise healthier options and avoid nuts entirely to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
Important Note
This event is exclusively for pupils. Only parents volunteering to run a stall will be permitted on school premises during the event.
If you would like to volunteer or have any questions, please contact Ms Emma Woods at parentliaison@vhprimary.com.
Your support and participation are vital to making this event a success. We look forward to working together to create a fun, educational, and memorable Around the World Day for the children.
Thank you for your continued commitment to our school community!
Kind regards,
VHPS Team
Kind regards,
VHPS Team
