Preserving National Cultures

Preserving National Cultures

Respect for cultural heritage is a fundamental element of a child’s intellectual and emotional development.

Stembridge School brings together students and educators from different countries, and we are confident that our differences are not obstacles, but sources of growth, mutual enrichment, and awareness.
WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT
Identity and Psychological Resilience
Maintaining one’s native culture and traditions helps children feel confident and secure in an international environment. They not only understand their linguistic belonging, but also their place in the world.
Respect and Empathy
By understanding and accepting the culture of another country, a child learns to respect, value, and take responsibility toward all members of the school community.
Harmonious Integration
While students smoothly master the Lithuanian and international educational programmes and new languages, the invisible connection to their national roots supports their psychological stability.
WHAT STEMBRIDGE SCHOOL DOES TO PRESERVE NATIONAL CULTURE
At Stembridge School, we:

  • celebrate Lithuanian commemorative dates,
  • observe Belarusian and Ukrainian national holidays,
  • pay attention to traditions from different countries,
  • prepare national dishes,
  • share interesting customs.
Any child can propose and organise a national celebration — whether as a classroom event, a creative evening, or a workshop.
WHAT RESULTS THIS ACHIEVES
  • Confident children who easily navigate multicultural environments and build intercultural connections.
  • A community that values diversity, strengthens a sense of belonging, and fosters friendships beyond geography.
  • Readiness to learn and adapt — children accept other traditions while simultaneously maintaining a connection with what is close to their hearts.
At Stembridge, we believe that preserving cultural heritage is not an option, but a foundation of personality and dialogue. That’s what we build our school family on: different languages, peoples, and traditions — united by a spirit of respect, openness, and cooperation.