A beautiful mural made of different shaded monochrome self portraits and another rainbow created by vividly dressed Harrodian pupils formed the twin focal points for Harrodian’s Pride Day celebrations
Conceived and ‘commissioned’ from Prep group pupils by Head of Prep Art Ms Emily Rees early in the Summer term, the mural was displayed along the dining room veranda and made a vivid centrepiece for a vibrant day. To watch a short reel on @harrodianschoolarts instagram that shows you this mural in more detail CLICK HERE
Meanwhile, for their mufti costume each of our five Prep school year groups (plus the 13s and 14s) dressed in a different coloured t-shirt, then each group took their places to create a rainbow shape on the field. The film below captured by Lower Sixth student James on his drone camera illustrates the effect.
Among other activities were face and nail painting, jewellery and rainbow bracelet making.
Pride is more than a celebration. It allows us to actively live out the inclusivity, respect, and compassion we hold dear. Having worked here for many years, it fills me with joy to be part of such a supportive community
Martha Kinsella, Deputy Head of Sixth Form
These were largely organised by volunteer Senior students and the same applied to the assemblies with the Prep presentation delivered by Ioanna who partnered up with fellow Sixth Former, Alfie, to deliver the Prep version.
Other Pride Day features included anLGBTQ+ role models display board and an ‘Ally Pledge’ wall where people could write and stick up supportive messages like 'Be You', 'Love is Love' 'Be Happy'.
It all made for a day of fun which spread plenty of pleasure through the school. Deputy Head of Sixth Form Martha Kinsella is in no doubt of its significance. ‘It’s more than just a celebration. It allows us to actively live out the inclusivity, respect, and compassion we hold dear,’ she says ‘Having worked here for many years, it fills me with joy to be part of such a supportive community.’
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