From collecting and compiling food parcels to preparing donated gifts through a specialised present-wrapping service, our students spent the day helping a local charity organisation which supports families who struggle without free school meals over the school holidays. Students also helped young local children to write their letters to Santa and got involved in some arts and crafts – and we even had some elves helping out at Santa’s grotto!

Our Regional Manager also played a big role in organising all of this, and many of our host families also contributed – so a shout out undoubtedly goes to them as well.

Volunteering opportunities are a great way for our students to get involved in the local community, as well as a chance to learn new skills and meet new people. We’re always happy to help students find voluntary roles and activities in their local area, and such actions by students can help to make a huge difference to the local community, too.

A big thank you and well done to everyone who was involved in this festive volunteering!