Europe Day
Marking Europe Day 2025
May the 9th is Europe Day, marking it is a key part of gaining Ambassador Schools accreditation. Here are some resources and events from the Ambassador Schools team at the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK (EPLO UK).
European Elections Library stand and treasure hunt
Junior Ambassadors from the European Parliament got inspired and organized a treasure hunt to celebrate the European Elections. We teamed up with the Library, showcasing books on European history and democracy, and created an election-themed treasure hunt. Students searched for posters, solved secret messages, and competed for fun prizes!
Model United Nations
Wellington School Junior Ambassadors hosted a Model UN for Primary 7, focusing on Human Rights and Child Labour. Delegates worked in pairs or threes, representing 12 countries linked to the EU. The JAs led the event, from opening to closing, rewarding top delegations. Participants loved it, gaining skills and eager for more!
EUROPE DAY 2024 CELEBRATION AT EUROPA SCHOOL UK
To celebrate Europe Day, our junior and senior ambassadors hosted a fun European food and games event. We showcased the EPAS club and shared info about the EU. On May 17th, students enjoyed homemade European sweets like French madeleines and Italian tiramisu cookies. It was a hit, with positive feedback all around!
Student-led Europe Day assembly
Students at Manchester Hospital School’s Galaxy House CAMHS unit teamed up to create an assembly for Europe Day. They showcased EU cultures and ended with a fun quiz. A Junior Ambassador presented it online to KS2 and KS3 students at Galaxy House and Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Download their presentation [here](https://epas.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/12/8_5_24-Secondary-Assembly-EU.pptx).
Europe Day Celebrations
On Thursday, May 9th, we celebrated Europe Day with enthusiasm! Our NHEHS EPAS club organized fun activities, including a ‘wear European flag colors’ day. Students were eager to learn about Europe’s impact on our lives. Year 12 Ambassadors supported Umunandi with donations. We also enjoyed quizzes and a European-themed escape room!
Europe Day Quiz
To celebrate Europe Day, Junior Ambassadors at Carmel College joined a fun quiz about the EU and European Parliament. They even had a bonus round on European food, culture, destinations, and, of course, Eurovision! Dive into the excitement and discover more about this fantastic event.
European Elections InfoPoint
Junior Ambassadors from Lytham St Anne’s High School have set up slides in the dining room, sharing info on voting in the EU and celebrating Europe Day. This helps European students learn how to vote when they’re of age. The slides are up from May 9th to June 6th, covering the European Parliament elections.
Starter activities for each subject
Junior Ambassadors at Lytham St Anne’s High School created awesome starter tasks for Europe Day to kick off lessons with a bang! These slides are packed with fun activities and cool facts about European culture. Each subject has a tailored task, like art featuring famous European artists. Download their slideshows now!
Europe Day Assembly and Quiz
Hey Ambassadors! If you’re planning an assembly or tutor time for Europe Day, we’ve got you covered. This year’s theme is the European Parliament elections, focusing on democracy in Europe. Check out our resources, including a fantastic video and presentations in both PowerPoint and PDF formats. Dive in and inspire!
Europe Day across all school subjects
The Junior Ambassadors at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Crediton, crafted an awesome presentation for Europe Day. It shows how each subject connects to Europe and includes discussion questions for classes. Feel free to adapt it for your school or use it as inspiration. Big thanks to the QE Ambassadors for sharing!
Celebrating Europe Day
Europe Day on May 9th is all about celebrating peace and unity in Europe. It’s a great time to reflect on how we can foster these values. Celebrate what brings us together, like democracy, human rights, and culture, or tackle shared challenges like the climate crisis. Let’s make it meaningful!