bringing local black history to PRIMARY SCHOOLs
The Sankofa London Schools Project is looking to form new collaborations with primary schools across London seeking an engaging, creative and curriculum-relevant way to teach Black British history from a local perspective.
Why choose the Sankofa london schools project for your school?
Children are most inspired by stories they can relate to. The SLSP team brings to life the true stories of people of African descent who have lived and worked in London over three centuries.
These stories show students that Black communities have been part of London’s history for a very long time — not only surviving, but shaping society across all walks of life. Students gain a balanced, inclusive understanding of the past, and respond to these stories creatively - encouraged and supported throughout the process by multi-talented professional artists
What does the project look like in practice?
The project consists of 3 classroom-based workshops that are discussion-led, interactive and carefully scaffolded for Key Stage 1 & 2 learners, using an approach that ensures learning is memorable, inclusive and accessible to all abilities.
Workshop 1: Students learn about local historical individuals through interactive resources designed for primary-age learners
Workshop 2: Students respond to these stories through poetry, collage, animation, painting, drawing, masks, maps and sculpture
Workshop 3: Students work together to produce a final classroom artwork, ideal for display and celebration
Whose Stories?
A sample of the individuals and families whose stories we would like to share:
The Wests & The Griggs - Black British Families in London
Tobias Eccho & Family - Black British Gardeners
James Cumberlidge - The Royal Trumpeter
John Perkins - The Royal Navy Captain
Jean-Baptiste Gilbert - The Stylist to the Stars
Ellen and William Craft - The Escape Artists
Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield - The Singer
Phillis Wheatley - The Poet
Olaudah Equiano - The Arctic Explorer
How Much Does it Cost?
We are a non-profit organisation so the project fee of £450 covers the cost of the three workshops; a professional artist and 2 year access to an interactive digital workbook (Please note that an additional charge will apply for any art materials required).
Chat to Us
We are keen to find primary schools to collaborate with in 2026 so please note that the team are happy to adapt the project to the specific needs and budget of your school where possible. Get in touch via the chat box or email nadege@sankofalondonschools.co.uk to find out more. We look forward from hearing from you!