October is Black History month in the UK. This is a time to highlight, celebrate and share the historical and cultural experiences of Black British people and the African diaspora.

At Learn English in Merton, our learners watched videos and read passages about Black artists, scientists, educators and activists and learnt about the history of Black History Month in the UK too.

Some of our learners chose a person to research and wrote about their life and work, sharing the stories with the class. You can read these below: