Kerry Davis – Black British Pioneer

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FREE Kerry Davis Fact Sheet for Kids – Black British Pioneers

Discover the inspiring story of Kerry Davis, a football pioneer who helped make history for the England Lionesses!

Did you know that Kerry Davis became the first Black woman to play for England’s senior women’s football team in 1982?

Born in Stoke-on-Trent, England, Kerry developed a passion for football at a young age. Through determination, talent and hard work, she went on to represent her country and help pave the way for future generations of Black female footballers.

With this FREE Kerry Davis fact sheet for kids, children can discover her remarkable journey, learn about Black British football history and explore the importance of equality and representation in sport.

What Will Children Learn?

• Meet Kerry Davis: Discover her early life and love of football.
• Making History: Learn how Kerry became England’s first Black female international footballer.
• Breaking Barriers: Explore why her achievements were important for women’s football.
• Black British History: Celebrate the contributions of Black pioneers to British sport.
• Fun Learning Activities: Encourage children to reflect on Kerry’s story and what it means to follow their dreams.

Perfect For

• Children aged 5–12
• Black History Month activities
• Primary school classrooms and teachers
• Home learning and educational activities
• Young football fans
• Learning about diversity, inclusion and inspirational role models

Explore More Black British Pioneers

Continue your learning journey with the My Iwe Black British Pioneers series and discover other inspiring figures, including Viv Anderson, Andrew Watson and Dame Jocelyn Barrow.

Download your FREE Kerry Davis fact sheet today and discover how one footballer helped inspire future generations!

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