Friday afternoons in most schools have that weekend buzz - but the Friday feeling at St Gerard's School in West Belfast is a joy to see.
Friday afternoons in most schools can feel thrilling, with a buzz about the teachers and pupils for the weekend - but the Friday feeling at a school in West Belfast exceeds most.
"It is just such a welcoming place, and you can see that nobody here is embarrassed, or afraid to have fun," he said. "On the good days, you could get anything and I have seen some of the craziest things here. At any given day you have different departments running different activities. Everything is about our kids having the best experience."
"For everyone in Belfast, their Christmas starts with a trip to City Hall, to the Christmas Market, our kids can't experience that," Michael added. "I have to mention Danielle Shields from the Housing Executive. Through their funding we have been able to supply swimming and gymnastics to over 100 kids from hugely different backgrounds and religions. That not only helps combat falling into a sedentary lifestyle or obesity but also helps top nail down life skills such as hygiene and getting dressed
"Although the old school was not cosmetically pleasing, it was the most warm and nurturing, happy environment" she said.
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