Feedback from Colour Your Life enrichment programme

"My child is more confident and has uncovered her musical side and is showing more interest."

"Brilliant, really good to see the kids enjoying it so much"

"I thought the enrichment programme brought the community together to show that everyone can live together even with the different cultures and religions especially in light of the London bombing’s…she has an understanding of different cultures and religions and is confident in expressing herself."

"Myself and my son Ellis have enjoyed our day at the Colours parade at plumstead common. I enjoyed the parade and how everyone joined in together. I had so much fun, I’d definitely go again if I had the opportunity. Thank you school and team for letting me be apart of it. "

"We thought that both the assembly and the final performance were brilliant in that everyone became involved and were encouraged to participate. "

"My daughter has gained more confidence in showing her abilities to others eg she has taught her Adult sister some African hand clapping games and organised a competition at home. "

"The workshop made a big impression on my child and is an experience he will never forget. "

"I’ve learnt that in the history subject at school there was not much African subjects being taught"

"We have learnt all of the countries in the continent of Africa and we learnt a lot about Africa’s music and culture. I enjoyed every single bit of it because it was all such fun"

"It was one of the best activities I’ve ever done"

"I have learnt some of the African song and I really, really enjoyed it. I like the drumming because it is really, really fun."

"I’ve learnt how to beat a rhythm"

"Very enjoyable- children found it very interesting and loads of cultural links"

"Met the targets for Art and Dance and also parts of Music and Design Technology"

"The Children gained enrichment and experience they would probably never have gained."

"Close fit with the schools improvement plan and priorities, especially personal development and well being elements. "

"One boy of West African origin gained a lot of self esteem. His behaviour improved considerably. He is missing it a lot this year. Unfortunately poor behaviour and attainment have returned"