Charter Academy Pays Tribute to Fallen Boys at Great Yarmouth Memorial

In a poignant act of remembrance, head pupils from Charter Academy stood among civic dignitaries and community members at St George’s Park today, laying wreaths on behalf of the 110 boys from the school who gave their lives in the two World Wars.

The ceremony formed part of Great Yarmouth’s annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations, which began with a parade from the Market Place and a two-minute silence at the Cenotaph. Led by Rev Canon Simon Ward, the service honoured the sacrifice of the armed forces and civilians who lost their lives in conflict.

Representing Charter Academy, head pupils placed wreaths at the memorial, ensuring that the names and stories of the fallen remain central to the town’s collective memory.

Fade, one of the school’s head pupils, reflected on the significance of the occasion:
“It’s humbling to stand here and remember those who were once our age, who gave everything so we could live in peace. We will never forget them.”

The event concluded with music from Great Yarmouth Brass and a parade to Christchurch, followed by a service at the Far East Prisoner of War Memorial on Marine Parade. Mayor Carl Annison reminded attendees that Remembrance is not only about honouring the past but also about reflecting on hope for a peaceful future in our Town.

To continue marking Armistice Day, Charter Academy held special assemblies on Tuesday, November 11, led by the History Department. Poppy sales continued throughout the week, and all donations have gone directly to the Royal British Legion.