Schools of Sanctuary and Anglia Ruskin University have worked closely in the last 5 years to develop A Day of Welcome – an annual day of learning and solidarity inspired by stories of refugee migration that raises awareness of refugee history and heritage, past and present, local and global. Schools of Sanctuary is a national network of schools committed to building a culture of welcome for refugees and asylum seekers. Schools signing up will be provided with: A Teachers’ Guide – A summary of this year’s offer for Day of Welcome 2025 and everything you will need to plan your Day of Welcome. Released 20th March Teaching & learning resources– Providing new lessons, guidance and activities for KS1-KS4. Available online 24th April Free live events – By sharing books, art and stories, we will bring the voices and experiences of people with lived experience of seeking sanctuary into your classroom (for pupils 5-18 years old). Registration opens on 20th March Refugee Education support – Sharing the latest training and guidance on how best to support any pupils and families at your school who have experienced forced displacement. Available online 24th April