On Thursday 6th October, forty two children from Holywell School visited our twinned village of Ferques, this is an annual exchange visit. As Ferques school does not have the facilities to cope with large number numbers of visitors, we met in the nearby village of Elinghen, all in the same commune.
The coach left Holywell School at 6:00am, to noisy cheers from the excited children. Our Eurotunnel train was the 7:50am which meant we arrived in Elinghen at 10:00am. Delicious croissants and pain au chocolate were served by hard working French ladies there.
Outdoor games were played in mixed teams followed by packed lunches. Denis Joly the Mayor of Ferques paid a visit. He spoke about 2016 being the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Charter, he praised the work of the two committees in promoting the aims of the Charter. These exchange visits also reflect Holywell's school motto “Recognising & Realising Aspirations”.
Gifts were exchanged between the schools prior to our departure. The coach was soon taking us to Coquelles for the return trip to Folkestone. Parents were pleased to see their children safely back home.
Our thanks go to the Schools, the coach drivers, Ray Kemsley, Elizabeth Shorthouse and everyone who supports the Twinning Committee, your reward is to see happy and enlightened children.
Mike & Kathy Johnson, Chairman and new Secretary of Upchurch Twinning Group.
Telephone: 01634 234226
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