Each class at Clenchwarton Primary chose a Commonwealth country to study and celebrate as part of the school’s Coronation festivities, which saw the building decorated with bunting the children had made.

Pupils started the day with a Coronation assembly, before enjoying a picnic on the school field, followed by a ‘street party’ featuring a range of themed activities.

“Understanding and celebrating the King’s Coronation is incredibly important for the children,” said Assistant Head, Anne-Marie Waterston. 

“It embraces the concept of British values, and what it means for us to have a monarchy. It also provides an opportunity to celebrate diversity and explore the countries of the Commonwealth.”

Other West Norfolk Academy Trust schools joined us in celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III.

At St Clement’s High a time capsule was created which included recordings of students talking about their lives to add a personal touch to the historic event.

Smithdon students recreated the King’s official cypher on the school playing field using their uniform to provide the red, white and blue for an image captured by a drone.

Snettisham Primary had a street party and created crowns.

West Lynn children played croquet and staged a royal treasure hunt and street party and Walpole Cross Keys pupils got creative and designed collages and stamps with a royal theme.