As people across the country donned poppies and came together to commemorate Remembrance Day, Smithdon High School was once again honoured to be part of the Remembrance Parade in Hunstanton.

The school, which is part of the West Norfolk Academies Trust, was represented by Headteacher Amanda Gibbins and Head Students Miles and Daisy, at the event on Sunday 9 November, where they laid a wreath at the Cenotaph.

Activities also took place within school, with Mrs Gibbins leading a whole-school assembly on Monday, which was followed by a national gathering on Remembrance Day itself.

“On Tuesday 11 November, all students in Years 7, 8, and 9 took part in  the nationwide Royal British Legion Assembly, led by JJ Chalmers, including an address by Prince William,” explained Deputy Headteacher Sarah Robinson.

“They all then took part in a two-minute silence, as did the rest of the school.”

Remembrance Day has long been a key event in the calendar at Smithdon.

“We do the Remembrance Parade in Hunstanton every year and lay a wreath,” added Mrs Robinson

“It’s very important to educate students on these events and provide opportunities for them to reflect.”