Parents have hit out at a decision by Norwood School in Eastleigh to scrap traditional Easter activities for children this year — including egg painting, making palm crosses, and creating Easter cards.
The move, reportedly made by headteacher Stephanie Mander, has sparked anger among some parents and community members, who say the decision erodes part of the country’s Christian cultural heritage.
“Easter has always been a time of joy and creativity for the children — painting eggs, making cards, learning about the season’s meaning,” said one frustrated parent. “Now it’s just been quietly dropped, and nobody seems to know why.”
The decision means pupils will not be taking part in any of the usual Easter-themed arts and crafts that have been a staple in schools for generations.
“Who gave this woman the right to take away part of our Christian culture?” questioned another parent, calling the move “deeply disappointing.”
The school has not yet issued a formal statement explaining the rationale behind the decision, but critics have labelled it as an example of “woke culture gone too far,” accusing leadership of sidelining traditions under the guise of inclusivity or neutrality.
The controversy has stirred debate locally, with some calling for the school to reverse its decision and allow children to once again take part in the festive celebrations.
Calls for clarification from Norwood School remain unanswered at the time of publication.
