Engagement and extended services case studies
- School Linking: Cultural Detectives
Two UK schools with different locations and compositions, linked and undertook a 'cultural detectives' project to look at their historical and geographical connections. - Ilderton Primary School
The aim of the project was ensure communications between the elderly people of the housing unit and primary school children, to break down stereotypes and promote dialogue. - Making a Difference: Parental support and personalised
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The project aimed to engage underachieving Foundation Stage 2 children and their parents living in deprived areas, to enable them to participate in learning. The aim was to remove barriers to access and participation. - St George's CofE
The aim of this intergeneration project was for children to interview their parents/grandparents to ascertain their origins. A 'Heritage Book' was developed which celebrates the differences and similarities within the school and local community. - Forest Community Primary School
The project used family history and movement to promote and celebrate diversity within the school. The community with English as an additional language (EAL) was welcomed and made to feel part of the wider community. - 8 til Late Mentoring Project
The aim of the project is to build resilience, counter terrorism around young people to prevent them from joining gangs and being involved in gun crime. - Durham County Council
This project uses theatre, arts and story telling to promote good relations between different groups and challenge racist behaviour. - Seahouses Middle School
The aim is to provide community based initiatives to ensure that pupils in all 4 year groups and their parents participate in activities which develop their social skills. - Yeading Junior
Yeading Junior School has put together a core team who are key to raising ethnic minority achievement (EMA) through a matrix of outreach and support services.
Published: 23 September 2008
