Students from a school in Birchington have heard a powerful testimony from a Holocaust survivor.

The Year 9 pupils at King Ethelbert School listened to Harry Bibring, as part of a visit organised by the Holocaust Educational Trust (HET).

The testimony was followed by a question-and-answer session to enable students to better understand the nature of the Holocaust and to explore its lessons in more depth.

Head teacher at King Ethelbert School Kate Greig said: “It was a privilege for us to welcome Harry Bibring to our school and his testimony will remain a powerful reminder of the horrors so many experienced.

"We are grateful to the Holocaust Educational Trust for co-ordinating the visit and we hope that by hearing Harry’s testimony, it will encourage our students to learn from the lessons of the Holocaust and make a positive difference in their own lives.”

The visit is part of the Holocaust Educational Trust’s all year round outreach programme.

History teacher Alex Diamond said: “The day was fascinating for staff and students.

“I think Harry is incredible to share his stories with the next generation, particularly with Holocaust memorial day quickly approaching.

“It is so important that the study of the Holocaust is one of looking at the individual stories of the victims and how their lives were changed by it and the lessons that can be learnt.

“I think this is a story that will resonate with them for the rest of their lives." - History teacher Alex Diamond

“The students were fascinated by Harry’s story.

“I think this is a story that will resonate with them for the rest of their lives."

Chief executive of the Holocaust Educational Trust Karen Pollock MBE added: “Harry’s story is one of tremendous courage during horrific circumstances and by hearing his testimony, students have the opportunity to learn where prejudice and racism can ultimately lead."