Aberdeen primary school has told parents it will be replacing Christmas cards with 'winter cards' this festive season to be more inclusive of diverse cultures and traditions.
An email was sent to parents and carers at Kaimhill Primary School in the Garthdee area of Aberdeen, advising them of the change. Teachers say the move will maintain "value and respect" among the diverse cultures and traditions within the school.
Parents react with anger
But parents have been left outraged and have branded the decision as "woke nonsense". One parent said: "This woke nonsense needs to stop." Another said: "Who is getting paid to destroy our customs and traditions?" Another added: "This is just utter madness. Why are they cancelling Christmas for kids?"
School's explanation
The email to parents reads: "To reflect this inclusivity in our communications, we refer to seasonal cards as 'winter cards' rather than 'Christmas cards'. This terminology helps ensure that our language is welcoming and inclusive of all members of our school community. Of course, families are free to refer to these cards as Christmas cards if they wish."
The email concluded: "Thank you for understanding and continued support in helping us foster an inclusive, respectful and welcoming environment for everyone."
Festive events still planned
Kaimhill Primary has a number of festive events planned this year, including a party, fair and carol singing. A spokesperson for Aberdeen City Council said: "The school community enjoys celebrating a number of festivals and Christmas continues to play a large part in Kaimhill School at this time of year. Activities planned this year include Christmas parties, festive sing-alongs, Christmas lunch, Christmas boutique, Christmas fair, Christmas decorations throughout the school, Christmas crafts, Christmas themed films and activities, and Carol singing."
