Students from Keynsham secondary school Lift Broadlands recently brought the excitement of the Winter Olympics to a local care home.
Taking part in the games | Photo © Lift Broadlands
Inspired by Team GB’s record-breaking performance at this year’s Games in Milano Cortina in Italy, in which athletes from Bath won gold medals, the students recreated the magic with their own mini games for Meryton Place residents.
They ran a variety of indoor activities, from curling to ice hockey, giving residents the chance to join in, cheer each other on, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon together.
Lift Broadlands encourages students to get involved in the local community, developing confidence, teamwork, and empathy through hands-on experiences.
Principal Laura Stone said: “It was wonderful to see our students bringing so much energy and joy to Meryton Place. They had a fantastic time and the residents clearly loved being part of the fun.
“Experiences like this help them grow in confidence and empathy while making a real difference in the community.”
Cheryl Woodward, well-being lifestyle coach at Meryton Place Care Home, said: “The children from Broadlands were absolutely wonderful. They were so engaging with our residents and incredibly kind and supportive throughout the afternoon.
“We’re very grateful to the students and look forward to welcoming them back for more events later this year.”
