We have been delving into the fascinating connections between census data and the women's suffrage movement. The students learned how women, in their fight for the right to vote, used creative forms of protest—one of the most significant being the boycott of the 1911 census. Many suffragists refused to participate in the census as a statement against their lack of political representation. This act of defiance showed the power of collective action and highlighted the struggle for equality. To bring this history to life, the students created their own detailed timelines of the women’s suffrage movement. They included key events such as the formation of suffrage organisations, important protests, and significant legal milestones, like the 1918 Representation of the People Act. Alongside these historical events, the children incorporated their own research and insights.

The children are looking forward to telling you all about their learning and said they can't wait until the next census to see their learning in real life!