Perspective and Persuasion: Form 6 Explores the Legacy of Anne Frank
This term, Form 6 took on a sophisticated challenge: evaluating the human spirit through the lens of one of history’s most famous diarists. As part of their Anne Frank project, they were tasked with dissecting her 1944 diary entry: “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are truly good at heart.”
The classroom transformed into a space for debate as pupils had to decide where they stood on this statement, backing their views with evidence and attempting to persuade those on the opposing side.
To prepare, the year group engaged in multifaceted research. Some focused on the daily lives of the Frank family, while others investigated the incredible risks taken by the "helpers" who sustained them for two years: they worked collaboratively to curate images and facts that brought the history of the Secret Annex to life including readings from the original diary and a screening of the BBC’s dramatisation. The timing of the project allowed the class to acknowledge Holocaust Memorial Day, providing a reflective backdrop to their work.
The maturity they showed in researching such a sensitive topic, combined with their ability to argue complex points of view, was outstanding. They really grasped the weight of the history while developing their own voices.