Work by pupils at Normandy Village School created a moving art installation at St Mark’s Church, Wyke, Normandy to honour Remembrance Sunday.

Headteacher Jonny Franks explained the project: “Remembrance Sunday offered an important opportunity for our children to consider the sacrifices made by others and the value of peace,” he said.

“This year, our collaboration with St Mark’s Church brought our school and local community together through the laying of a wreath and an exhibition of children’s artwork.

“We were honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of the pupils, staff and governors of Normandy Village School. Its message, ‘Lest We Forget’, expressed the simple but significant purpose of our involvement: to remember those who lost their lives in conflict and show our gratitude for their service.

“Alongside this tribute, our children created a remembrance art exhibition at the church. Seeing their work displayed together was a proud moment. The church windows provided a striking setting for an exhibition that gave our pupils a place within the community’s act of remembrance.

“The artwork included painted poppy fields, carefully constructed collages and drawings of soldiers and memorials. Some pieces used bright colour, while others took a quieter approach through pencil sketches. Together they formed a moving tribute.

“As headteacher, I want our pupils to see themselves as part of the village around them.

“I would like to thank everyone at St Mark’s Church for welcoming our school’s contribution and providing a home for the exhibition. My thanks also go to our staff for supporting the children’s work, and to the pupils themselves for the care they put into their creations.

“I hope this collaboration helps our pupils carry an understanding of Remembrance with them as they grow. We are grateful to St Mark’s for helping us mark it together, as a school and as part of our village community.”