The day began, as all great school-trip days should, with breakfast. There was a steady flow of toast, Nutella, and watermelon. Fuelled and mostly awake, we set off for Spring of Life School.
On arrival, we separated into groups and got stuck straight into classroom activities. There was plenty of focus, lots of enthusiasm and some impressive arts and crafts. After that, it was time for circle games. Imagine a joyful mix of clapping, The Hokey Cokey, and increasingly faster head, shoulders, knees, and toes.
The fun didn’t stop there. The playground became the setting for some very competitive games, including inter-school competitions. However, the real highlight- The teachers’ race. Let’s just say there was determination, questionable running techniques, and a level of competitiveness that surprised absolutely no one. Students were avid supporters of their teachers, and their noise electrified the playground. By 12:45, we aimed to leave – tired but happy, and possibly still discussing the dramatic finish line moment.
In the afternoon, students tried their hand at Batik art. There were moments of intense concentration as wax was carefully applied and designs began to take shape. The creativity on display was fantastic, and there may be some future Batik artists in the group. Watch this space!
After heading back, we swapped paint and playgrounds for sand and sea with a walk along the beach. The breeze, the sound of the waves, and the sunshine provided the perfect way to wind down.
The day finished with a well-earned dinner. Plates were cleared at impressive speed, and the volume level suggested everyone had plenty of stories to share.
After dinner, it was time for the highly anticipated Student Quiz! Teams were formed, team names became increasingly creative (and occasionally questionable), and the competitive spirit returned in full force.
The final scores were close, the celebrations were loud, for Eden, Emily, Viv, Amelia, and Pippa’s team.
Another brilliant day filled with laughter, teamwork, creativity and just the right amount of chaos. Everyone is in great spirits and making memories that we’re sure will last long after the suitcases are unpacked!
