Children and staff at Omega Multi-Academy Trust joined others across the country in celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. 

The day provided a chance for pupils and staff to learn more about wartime Britain, to remember the contributions of the VE Day generation, and to celebrate peace and resilience in a meaningful way.

VE Day marks when the Second World War came to an end in Europe and resulted in spontaneous celebrations breaking out across the nation. A national holiday was declared and people from all walks of life came together to mark the moment.

Great Sankey High School marked the day with VE Day activities and a VE Day meal. Students representing Cadets, Scouts and Guides attended in uniform to pay respects during the two-minute silence at the Memorial Garden. Local residents were invited into the school and guests from the Royal British Legion and a local residential home attended a VE Day party which Sixth Form ambassadors and a group of Year 7 students helped to host with entertainment from the Music department.   

Alsop High School held a special event in the school library where students listened to a presentation about how the Second World War had affected the city and people of Liverpool. Students explored the era through photographs and music finishing the event with a tea party.

At Burtonwood Community Primary School, children took part in a traditional tea party and games such as coconut shy and quoit throwing. Pupils arrived dressed in 1940s-inspired clothing, including wartime uniforms and evacuee outfits.

Westbrook Old Hall Primary School celebrated with a VE Day-themed picnic. Pupils wore red, white and blue, and a special assembly helped explain the meaning behind the day and why it is remembered.

At Chapelford Village Primary School, lessons included storytelling, crafts and activities focused on the events leading up to VE Day and how it was celebrated in 1945.

Park Road Community Primary School hosted an outdoor celebration where children dressed in themed outfits and took part in a range of wartime-inspired activities. Highlights included ‘Dig for Victory’ gardening, ‘Make Do and Mend’ craft work, and traditional playground games.

Bradshaw Primary School held a special assembly where Pupils learnt about the historical significance of VE day and the importance of remembering the contributions and sacrifices made by the generation of the day.

All at Omega Multi-Academy Trust are proud of the efforts made by staff, children and young people in honouring the courage and sacrifices of those who lived and served during the War.