Celebrating Pride Through Learning at Bishopton

Updated: 23rd June, 2025

The exceptional expertise at Bishopton shines through in how our educators seamlessly weave important social themes into everyday learning, creating powerful educational moments that resonate far beyond the classroom. Last week, students have been exploring Pride themes across their curriculum in thoughtful and engaging ways that bring vital historical perspectives to life.

In mathematics, students tackled code-breaking challenges using cipher wheels to decode seemingly meaningless sentences. This hands-on activity naturally led to discussions about Alan Turing, whose groundbreaking work helped secure victory in World War Two through his codebreaking expertise at Bletchley Park. The lesson took on deeper meaning as students learned about the tragic injustice Turing faced – despite his heroic contributions to the war effort, he was prosecuted for his homosexuality and tragically took his own life in 1954.

These conversations allowed students to reflect on how society has changed and why Pride matters today. They considered the profound unfairness of how brilliant individuals like Turing were treated, sparking meaningful discussions about acceptance, equality, and the importance of celebrating diversity in all its forms.

In the kitchen, students channelled their creativity and practical skills into baking Pride-themed cakes, expertly layering different coloured cake mixtures to create beautiful marble effects that celebrated the vibrant colours of Pride. This hands-on approach allowed them to express their support for equality whilst developing valuable culinary techniques.

It’s inspiring to see how our educators at Bishopton create opportunities for students to engage with both academic content and vital life lessons about respect, inclusion, and human dignity through their skilled teaching approach.

The thoughtful way our students approached these discussions demonstrates their growing understanding of empathy and social justice – qualities that will serve them well as they continue their educational journey.