The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
This year Queen Elizabeth II becomes the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service. A host of national celebrations were organised to recognise this amazing landmark and millions of British people across the UK organised their own local events.
The four day Platinum Jubilee celebration coincided with the half term break and so many of our students who were staying with their host family had the opportunity to get involved and take part in the occasion.
street party celebrations
Elsa and Thee celebrated by attending a Street party, marking the milestone with their Bright World Buddy and Host Family, Lisa McGowan. The pair even made themed mugs especially for the occasion - a great souvenir for a day to remember we think!
student sports day
In honour of the Jubilee, Stasia Jackson, Bright World Local Coordinator and host family, arranged sports day activities for her half term students. Marcus, Desmond and Angus enjoyed a friendly series of competitive events and ended proceedings with afternoon tea.
Badminton tournament and tea party
Pak Lai, Ruan Suzaki, Tetsuro and Wataru spent the half term with their host family, Helen McFall. To mark the Platinum Jubilee, they arranged a Badminton tournament, complete with Helen's dog, Tiggy, as umpire. They also baked cakes for an afternoon garden tea party.
