These Children Are Safe

This documentary chronicles the significant event of evacuating one million children to safer areas during the early days of World War II. It highlights the innovative approaches taken by progressive teachers who adapted to the new circumstances by providing open-air lessons in subjects such as architecture and botany. The film serves as a record of how communities and schools adjusted to ensure children's education continued despite the war.

The documentary offers a rare insight into the experiences of children and educators during this period. It showcases not only the logistical challenges of the evacuation but also the creative responses by teachers to maintain a sense of normalcy in education. This film is a valuable piece of historical documentation, reflecting the resilience of communities amid crisis.