Written by Victoria, Deputy Head of 91抖阴.
At 91抖阴, we believe that learning flourishes when children feel connected鈥攖o their teachers, their peers, and the wider community around them. True to听The Dallington Difference, our approach celebrates individuality, creativity, relationships, and enjoying the journey. A vital part of that journey is the close partnership we nurture with our parents.听
Parent involvement听isn鈥檛听just welcomed at Dallington鈥攊t鈥檚听woven into the fabric of our school. Families regularly share their听expertise, passions, and life experiences, enriching children鈥檚 learning in ways that feel authentic, memorable, and deeply meaningful. This term听in particular has听been a vibrant example of how our families bring subjects to life across the whole school.听
Here are just a few of the inspiring parent-led sessions that have taken place this term:听
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Bringing History & Human Rights to Life听
Earlier this term, Hannah, a Dallington parent and practising barrister, joined Years 5 and 6 for an eye-opening session on the history of the transatlantic slave trade and modern human rights. Her visit helped students explore challenging themes with clarity and compassion, sparking thoughtful discussions and encouraging critical thinking鈥攕kills at the very heart of our curriculum.听
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Hands-On Science听With听a Real Palaeontologist听
This term, children in Years 1 & 2 and Years 3 & 4 were captivated by a special visit from Tristan鈥檚 grandad,听Peter,听a palaeontologist and geologist. Armed with real fossils and a treasure trove of stories, he guided children through hands-on exploration and inquiry.听This practical encounter ignited curiosity and deepened the children鈥檚 understanding of prehistory, rocks, and the natural world.听
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Exploring the World Through Economics & Sustainability听
Also听this term, Ada鈥檚 dad, Rick鈥攁 lecturer and environmental economist鈥攋oined us for an insightful session about the environment, sustainability, and how economics shapes the world we live in. His visit connected beautifully with our focus on empathy, responsibility, and understanding global issues from multiple perspectives.听
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Creativity, Egypt, and Embracing Mistakes听
We were also delighted to welcome Alex (Hugo鈥檚 mum), a professional artist, who led an inspiring workshop themed around Ancient Egypt earlier this term. She spoke to the children about the creative process and the importance of making mistakes鈥攔einforcing one of our key messages at Dallington: that individuality and exploration matter just as much as outcomes. Alex also supported the children in creating their own costumes听for the upcoming winter show,听for a听hands-on,听creative,听learning experience.听
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A Learning Community That Grows Together听
These enriching parent-led experiences have made this term especially inspiring for our children, beautifully reflecting the values at the heart of Dallington, our Recipe for Success:听Relationships, Empathy, Creativity, Individuality, Play, and Enjoying the journey (RECIPE).听
When parents share their passions and听expertise, children gain new perspectives, strengthen their confidence, and see how learning connects to real life. Our parents help make education meaningful, diverse, and vibrant鈥攁nd听we鈥檙e听proud of the collaborative community that makes Dallington so special.听
If听you鈥檇听like to get involved or have skills, stories, or interests to share,听we鈥檇听love to hear from you. Together, we keep growing a school environment where every child is inspired to love, grow, and succeed.听
