INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES WEEK

““Learning another language creates opportunities to broaden connections, widen cultural capital, and appreciate alternative perspectives and cultures. Teaching languages is rewarding as it gives every student a stepping stone to achieve their full potential in whatever endeavours they aspire to.”

Heather Fisher Head of Modern Foreign Languages

With over 70 nationalities on Cranleigh campus at any given moment, multiple languages constantly buzz in the air. In celebration of our amazingly diverse and multilingual community, International Languages Week gave the opportunity to learn about each other’s home countries, societies, customs and languages.

Languages and cultural understanding are becoming a necessity in today’s global world. It is often the key to successful relationships, both business and social. Throughout the week, pupils participated in Duolingo House Competitions (see page 73) and could not resist the chance to represent their many countries visually as well as audibly. What a beautiful, rich tapestry of cultures and nationalities that comprise our inclusive Cranleigh family.

““Languages are an important part of culture, tradition and global diversity. It sets us apart, makes us special, and makes the world much more beautiful. Being bilingual, understand the benefits of speaking another language, such as increasing global and cultural awareness, improving confidence and acting as a catalyst for cross-cultural dialogue.”

1,689 total pupils

Maintaining the human connection of our community is key to our strong Cranleigh spirit. We hope to cultivate a sense of togetherness, unity, and support by coordinating and organising initiatives, activities, and events that enhance our wider Cranleigh family.

Following the very successful raffle draw in both 2021 and 2022, the Cranleigh Community Committee (CCC) were able to support many initiatives in the School. The funds were used for the popular Cranleigh Community Connects series and to purchase leaving gifts for senior and long-serving staff members. We also contributed to the proms for Years 8, 11 and 13.

In June, we were delighted to host the support staff for the annual appreciation lunch and provided lunch and coffee for the teaching and administration staff. In addition, on World Mental Health Day, we purchased delicious cookies for all staff as a thank-you for all they do.

To end, we are looking ahead to the start of the next academic year and will purchase two new popcorn machines as we see the return of the much-loved popcorn sales. We are also obtaining a memorial bench for the Legacy Garden to offer a quiet place for reflection and to remember loved ones from our community who have passed.

We thank you all for your generosity, dedication, and warmth.

Cranleigh Community Committee