The 2016 Culture Week festival began on the 24th of December and concluded nameserver with a grand finale at Hido Dhowr Restaurant on Wednesday the 28th of December.

Even though the Kindergarten section have previously held this event to teach the young learners about their culture, this was the first time a grand celebration was held, show casing what the children have learned. “Every year we try to add a new element as our school grows,” said Head Teacher Khadra Ahmed Adam.

ELM school’s staff made a concerted effort to ensure that their English-language learners feel like experts during Culture Week. For weeks the teachers worked together with Mr. Mukhtar Muse Omer the chairperson of the Parents committee, who has been brought in as an expert and proved to be a valuable resource.

The students, with the help and guidance of their teachers, prepared a variety of performances including singing, poetry and some light hearted sketches. The whole school participated in numerous performances throughout the event. Everyone had an incredible time and learned a lot!

The traditional setting and decor in Hido Dhowr restaurant provided an ideal environment for the grand finale of the festivities of culture week. With the young learners dressed in colourful traditional Somali attires, it was a very enjoyable and eventful week that gave the kids a chance to prepare and experience so many creative and inspiring activities!

Big thanks to all the staff at ELM School for their dedication and hard work. Also a big thanks to the wonderful parents who support the school in their effort to make every day of these children’s lives special.