Remembrance 2026

This week students from Penwortham Girls’ High School took part in a number of Remembrance events. The Head Girl and Deputy Head Girl, Jenya and Jess, laid wreaths at Penwortham War Memorial on behalf of the school on Armistice Day and on Remembrance Sunday. They also read the names of those soldiers from the local area who lost their lives during the First World War during the Remembrance Sunday service at the war memorial alongside students from Priory Academy and All Hallows Catholic High School.

It was fantastic to see so many students from school at the event, whether they were representing other organisations such as the Scouts, or attending with their families. In school, assemblies activities have focused on the importance of remembrance, the sacrifices made by service personnel, and the significance of national acts of commemoration.

At 11am on Armistice Day, a two-minute silence was observed by all members of the school community. This provided an opportunity for students and staff to reflect upon the courage and sacrifice of those who have served their country in times of conflict, and to recognise the importance of remembrance in preserving their legacy for future generations.

Mr Herbert

Curriculum Leader for History

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