Day 6

The Calthorpe Park students visited Vellaimanal in China Bay, near Trincomalee.

Naomi Booth :: Friday 1st November 2024 :: This Story

It was a 3 hour drive away from their base in Batticaloa, so it was an early start for everyone!
The first visit was to the preschool run by Ocean Stars and then onto the local secondary school. The children of Vellaimanal were all excited to welcome their visitors. Songs were sung, an abundance of varied craft activities organised, teddies distributed, and a whole school Hokey Cokey out in the school square!!
Janabdeen, our local manager, welcomed everyone to his home for lunch and a true feast was laid out for the team. The students had henna patterns drawn onto their hands. Sponsor children came to visit and brought gifts for their UK sponsors. Another magical day full of laughter and positive energy and friendships being made and shared.