The Big Draw (Drawing and Art)
The Big Draw takes place every October and is the world's biggest drawing festival to promote drawing and visual literacy.
The Big Draw takes place every October and is the world's biggest drawing festival to promote drawing and visual literacy.
National Bullying Prevention Month, observed in October, raises awareness about the effects of bullying and promotes efforts to prevent it in schools and communities. Join the campaign to stand up against bullying, promote kindness, and create a safer environment for everyone.
International Walk To School Month, observed in October, encourages children, parents, and communities to embrace walking as a healthier and more sustainable way to get to school. Promote active transportation and help create safer, more connected communities.
Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day, observed on the third Monday of October, encourages you to declutter and organise your digital workspace for improved productivity and reduced stress. Take a few moments to tidy up your virtual desktop and enjoy the benefits of a clean, organised environment.
Global Media & Information Literacy Week, observed from 24th to 31st October, promotes the importance of critical thinking, responsible media consumption, and digital literacy in today’s information age. Join the global effort to foster informed citizens and combat misinformation.
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage, observed on 27th October, highlights the importance of preserving audiovisual materials such as films, radio, and television to safeguard cultural heritage and history for future generations.
Mentoring Day, celebrated on 27th October, highlights the power of mentorship and its role in personal and professional growth. Join the celebration by sharing success stories and encouraging others to seek or become mentors.
Autumn Half Term Holidays for schools in the UK and Ireland usually take place in the week that Halloween falls on, 31st October. It is the halfway point in the first term of school and school children and teachers usually get one week's holiday. Check locally for the actual dates.
NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month, is a global writing challenge in November that encourages participants to draft a 50,000-word novel.
Lifelong Learning Week celebrates the importance of continuous education, encouraging individuals to pursue new skills and personal growth at every stage of life.
Lifelong Learning Week celebrates the importance of continuous education, encouraging individuals to pursue new skills and personal growth at every stage of life.
Geography Awareness Week celebrates geographic literacy, encouraging people to explore the world, understand global connections, and appreciate the role of geography.
nternational Students' Day recognises the importance of students' contributions to society and highlights the challenges they face in accessing quality education worldwide.
Road Safety Week raises awareness about road safety, encouraging drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists to adopt safer practices to prevent traffic accidents and save lives.
Global Outdoor Learning Day takes place on the 21st November every year and celebrates the powerful impact of the outdoors on education and personal development.
National Linguistics Day, observed on 26th November, raises awareness of the scientific study of language and its impact on culture and communication. Explore the power of linguistics in shaping human interaction and protecting linguistic diversity.
International Mentoring Day take place on the 17th January every year and is a global observance dedicated to recognising and promoting the invaluable practice of mentoring.
National Handwriting Day takes place on the 23rd of January every year celebrating the art and personal touch of handwriting.
International Day of Education takes place on 24th January every year. A day proclaimed by the United Nations to celebrate the role of education for peace and development.
Dr Seuss Day takes place on the 2nd of March every year, to celebrate the incredible impact of Dr Seuss's work on children's literature and education.
National Apprenticeship Week takes place in the first week of February, a week-long celebration dedicated to apprenticeships and the positive impact they have on individuals, businesses, and the wider economy.
