1. Mainstreaming Black and Asian British History
Dan Lyndon AST
Henry Compton School

2. Overview
Introduction – why we should mainstream Black and Asian British history
Black history timeline
Hotseating William Davidson
The Drake Jewel
Black history webquests
Ideas for Black History Month

3. Why we should mainstream Black and Asian British history
Particularly appropriate for London schools
Recognises presence going back at least 500 years
Acknowledges contributions to significant events
Increases motivation and achievement of students through diversity of curriculum provision

4. Diversity in the UK

5. William Davidson

10. Black and Asian British History Month at Henry Compton
‘Raising Horizons’ seminars and Question Time
‘London Calling’ Drama performances and workshops with the Museum of London
International Food Day
competition run by Mayor of London
100 Black Men of London competition
Displays, assemblies, school newspaper

15. Contact details & websites