St Peter’s marked the 80th Anniversary of the momentous Victory in Europe day by dressing up in red, white and blue and gathering for a whole school picnic on the playing field.

At 12:00 midday, over 430 pupils and 55 staff stood for 2 minutes silence alongside the nation to remember with thanks and prayer the sacrifices made by so many across the globe during the Second World War.

Gracious God,
At this time of commemoration, we give thanks for the courage of those who fought for freedom and Peace in Europe. We honour the lives lost, the sacrifices made, and the unity that brought an end to tyranny.
May their legacy inspire us to stand for justice, to seek peace with humility, and to cherish the freedoms we now enjoy. Guide us to be peacemakers in our own time, with hearts full of gratitude and hope.
Amen.

Next, lunch was served, as pupils tucked into picnics both brought from home and provided by the school canteen.

The picnic lunch in the sunshine was accompanied by entertainment. Pupils who attend the SD Dance Studio club after school performed three popular wartime songs, the most vibrant of which was “Doing the Lambeth Walk” (above), after which the choir sang for the school a repertoire which included “Run, Rabbit Run!” (below).

Thank you to all the staff who worked so hard to arrange such a fitting celebration for the children.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher