A CITY school celebrated its vibrant and diverse community.

Bishop Perowne C of E College hosted its own diversity week for a second year in a row.

It started on June 3 and involved a range of engaging activities, events and reflection points.

The week kicked off with numerous guest speakers talking to students about their own adversities that they have had to overcome in their life, breaking down stereotypes.

It involved hearing from a profoundly deaf social entrepreneur, a female GP who had migrated from Malaysia, a female plumber and the Group Commander of Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service.

The Merrimans Hill Road school held its first student-led diversity fair.

Handmade goods, homemade foods and bustling stalls were run by the students, raising money for British Red Cross.

Students and staff were also invited to wear traditional national dresses to show how proud they are of their heritage following on from a staff video which shared personal cultural backgrounds.

Natalie Tunstall, deputy headteacher, said: “Our Bishop Perowne Diversity Week is a week in the calendar that we look forward to each year as we include special events that cover the protected characteristics to show that unity is our strength.

“This year saw our diversity week grow even more than ever before with our first annual diversity fair.

“We are excited to see our diversity programme continue to expand year upon year and have huge amounts of student input into how it is shaped.”

To close the week, the colour run was back, students being completely covered in vibrant colours at different positions on the track.

Dishes from different countries were served each day in the dining hall, including from Pakistan, West Africa and Ukraine.

Although Bishop Perowne Diversity Week is over, the college will still be celebrating Pride Month, Gypsy Roma and Traveller Month and Refugee Week throughout the summer term.