OLD FOLKS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY WAS A CRACKER!

On Wednesday 8th December, local senior citizens were invited to the annual Christmas Party at The Henry Cort Community College. The afternoon was organised and hosted by students from every year group.

 

Year 10 students following the Catering and Hospitality course spent the morning making cakes, biscuits, sandwiches, savouries and mince pies, which were then served for tea in the middle of the party.

 

Approximately 70 guests were invited from local residential care homes, Farehaven Lodge, Hunters Lodge, Kiln Lodge, Red House, Collingwood House, Merryhall Rest Home, Osborn Manor, Frosthole Housing Complex, and White Lodge Gardens. Students welcomed guests on arrival, accompanying them to the Cort Theatre, which they had decorated to create a festive atmosphere.

 

The afternoon began with a game of Bingo, then performers from different year groups in the College provided a programme of entertainment, including musical items, songs and dance. After tea had been served, everyone joined in some carol singing. This was followed by a raffle, and at the end of the party, there was a visit from Father Christmas, who distributed presents to each guest.

 

All the students involved worked extremely hard to ensure that everyone felt welcomed and looked after during the afternoon. The guests really appreciated their willingness to provide an enjoyable event to mark the beginning of the festive season.

 

 

Margaret Boyne, teacher at The Henry Cort Community College said “This event which has been organised annually in the College since 1988, reflects that young people are caring and willing to accept a challenge to make a difference to the lives of others. Students from different year groups work together as a team to make positive contribution within the local community. They are a real credit to the College, and we are very proud of them."