Embedding Carnival in the CurriculumFLAGSHIP SCHOOLS CASE STUDY:

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Embedding Carnival in the CurriculumFLAGSHIP SCHOOLS CASE STUDY:

Foxdell School Year 1

Luton Carnival Presentation

What is a carnival?A carnival involves a public celebration or

parade combining some elements of a circus, masks and public street party.

Luton Carnival

• It is the second biggest carnival in England. • It usually takes part on the May Bank Holiday.• It is attended by over 150,000 people each

year.

Luton Carnival

• The parade starts at Wardown park.• The parade goes around the town centre.

When did Luton Carnival begin?

• Luton Carnival began in 1976. • It began as a Victorian fair with a parade. • It was held to celebrate the 100th

anniversary of Luton becoming a Borough. • Now the focus is on the carnival parade.

Love Luton Festival 2012• This year the carnival has moved to July.• It will be part of a festival to celebrate the

Olympic torch coming to Luton.• The festival will last for three days.• There will be music concerts.