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This film forms part of a recently-introduced teachers pack for Kent schools, designed to introduce Key Stage 3 (aged 11-14) students to aspects of Gypsy Traveller culture and history.

Brittania, born in a wagon in 1921

The ‘Kushti Atchin Tan’ teacher’s pack, meaning ‘Good Stopping Place’ outlines the history of Romany travellers and the impact of their language in an English classroom.

The film was made in 2006 by a group of Gypsy traveller students of Romany origin who attend Angley School.

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For more information on the teacher packs, contact the Outreach Officer for the South East at English Heritage on 01483 252000.

Film credits: The teaching resources to accompany the film were developed in partnership with the Minority Communities Achievement Service at Kent County Council. The film was made in conjunction with a local company, Open Productions.