Held earlier than usual this year to take advantage of more favourable weather, Diversity Day took place as a one-day event and brought together students and staff for a fantastic celebration of inclusion, learning and community spirit.

With around 110 student participants and 27 different cultural stalls, the event offered a wide range of opportunities for students to share and explore traditions, heritage and experiences from around the world. Each stall provided an engaging and interactive way to celebrate the diversity that makes our school community so special.

A highlight of the day was the ever-popular cultural fashion show, where students proudly showcased traditional dress from a variety of countries and cultures. Staff also joined in the celebrations by wearing cultural clothing, helping to create a strong sense of shared pride and participation across the whole school.

Students and staff also enjoyed a range of performances from around the world, celebrating global music, dance and traditions. These performances once again demonstrated the creativity, confidence and enthusiasm of our students and reflected the spirit of unity that sits at the heart of Diversity Day.

Adding to the experience, our canteens supported the celebration with a special global menu, giving students the opportunity to sample dishes inspired by different cuisines and further immersing the school in the day’s international theme.

To see more photos of the event please go to our gallery - Jack Hunt Academy - Diversity Day 2026

Mr Jon Hebblethwaite, Headteacher of Jack Hunt Academy, said:
“Jack Hunt Academy takes great pride in fostering diversity, and Diversity Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the many cultures represented within our community. It is always inspiring to see students and staff come together to share, learn and celebrate one another.”

Ms Sidra Hussain, Internationalism Coordinator, added:
“Diversity Day has become a cornerstone of our school’s commitment to inclusion over the past 17 years. This year’s event was another fantastic success, with students showing great enthusiasm in sharing their cultures through stalls, performances and the fashion show. It was wonderful to see the whole school community involved.”

Diversity Day continues to be an important part of life at Jack Hunt Academy, promoting understanding, respect and belonging while preparing students to thrive in a diverse world.

The school would like to thank all students and staff who helped make this year’s event such a success and for continuing to support this much-valued tradition.