Firrhill High School in Edinburgh recently held a screening of a documentary, which offers an insight into the experiences of armed forces children at the school and the staff who support them. The film explores the unique challenges military families face, from frequent relocations to the impact of deployment.
The project was driven by a desire to raise awareness and understanding of the particular needs of armed forces children both within their school and the wider community. Through interviews and personal reflections, the documentary highlights both the resilience and the struggles of armed forces children, giving them a voice that is often overlooked.
The documentary is not just a school project, it’s a call for greater awareness and support for armed forces families. By sharing their stories, the pupils and staff created something meaningful, and something that should inspire other schools to follow their lead.
The school leadership team plans to share the film widely with as many schools across the UK as possible in the hope that it will help them to better understand the needs of military children.