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• Final day in Holland

  Wed 10 May 2017 H. McNeilly

  Final day in Valkenburg! At long last, the sun decided to make a welcome appearance today and it turned out to be the best day weather wise so far. All children were adorning the shorts and T-shirts for their final day in Valkenburg. Today saw the sightseers off to Agogo where the children enjoyed the breath-taking views from the chairlift, followed by the thrill of the roller coaster ride on the toboggan run. Each child was able to choose his/her own speed with the brake, and slide down the mountain, where they then got the draglift back up to the starting point again. It was a slow start for many, with some children remaining stationary at times until they were given a gentle push downwards by their fellow classmates coming down the slope behind them. By the end of the morning, all children were flying down the metal slopes at great speeds. Packed lunches were then eaten in the sun before some last minute shopping and much needed ice cream and slushies to cool down from the heat of the afternoon sun. After lunch it was off to Kinderstad Heerlen for yet more adrenalin inducing action! Kinderstad, I am told, is like Indianaland times 10 – with dodgems, ball pits, a log flume, rollercoasters, trampolines and a giant rubber volcano. I am told that all children (and even Mrs. Brown) made it to the top. The children had a super afternoon with only one downfall.....the soles of their feet are as black as can be. I am told that there will be a foot inspection this evening before bedtime.... rather them than me.  With an enormous appetite worked up, it was back to the hotel for a dinner of spaghetti bolognese. Following dinner the children then went to Laser quest in the darkness of the caves. Sounds like yet another amazing day and a great end to a very successful trip! The hotel staff have been very welcoming to the children and couldn't do enough to ensure that they all feel at home and well looked after. The staff have also had continuous remarks on the impeccable manners and behaviour of the children everywhere they have been in Valkenburg. It's an early night tonight as 5 a.m. will come very early in the morning when all children will be made to shower (whether they want to or not) before departing the hotel after having breakfast and making their packed lunch for the airport. 

  Congratulations to Ms Seaton, Mr. Bradley, Mr. Pinkerton and Mrs. Brown for making Valkenburg 2017 such an amazing experience for the P.7 children. Just one more sleep parents.....

• Holland Day 4

  Tue 09 May 2017 H. McNeilly
  Day 4: Up the children (and staff) got up bright and breezy this morning for the 1½ hour journey to Europe’s largest Theme Park called ‘Efteling’. Efteling is a fantasy themed amusement park in Kaatsheuvel where all the attractions are based on elements from ancient myths and legends, fairy tales, fables and folklore. Needless to say, they all had an absolutely amazing time! A bright, but cloudy day, however there was no rain and it wasn't too warm....perfect weather for exploring the theme park.  Many of the children displayed amazing feats of bravery as they attempted rides on rollercoasters for the very first time! One of the rides many embarked on was the brand new roller coaster called ‘The Baron’, which incorporates a vertical drop! The children took a spin on The Teacups, The Flying Dutchman, The Python and The Pirate Ship (not one of my favourites). Two firm favourites were The Python (the water rollercoaster) and George and the Dragon which is a wooden double rollercoaster which races each other. After a thrilling day, it was back to the hotel for chicken noodle soup, burgers and chips and strawberry ice cream. The children embarked on a little evening shopping, before coming back to the hotel for a relaxing games night of cards, pick up sticks and no doubt a Mr Bradley quiz question or two. The children are being exceptionally well behaved (like we ever doubted that) and they are all sleeping well.....hopefully they'll do this when they return also! They are off to bed shortly for a good rest before hitting the chair lift tomorrow. And finally.....as requested.....a photo of the children at The Dutch Hat outside Efteling. 😊

  

• Day 3 in Holland

  Mon 08 May 2017 H. McNeilly
  Day 3: Following breakfast this morning, another busy day was ahead for the children today. A slightly cloudy day (with a little rain 😏) saw the jet setters head to the swimming pool, where everyone had a fantastic time going down the various slides, diving off the boards and experiencing the relaxing ‘Lazy River Ride’. The lazy river was a firm favourite this morning for a little relaxation before a busy afternoon. Following lunch at the hotel, it was off to Valkenier theme park behind the hotel to enjoy the rollercoasters and boat rides. Then it was back to the hotel for dinner which comprised of burgers and more chips.....get the salads ready for their return to sunny Comber. It was then off to the park for football match and a few games in  the evening sun which decided to make an appearance. As you can imagine, they are all now exhausted (as are the children!!!), so they are all settling down for an early night before the big day at the main theme park tomorrow. Everyone is in good spirits and having a fabulous time and enjoying the experience of being away. 

• Holland Day 2

  Sun 07 May 2017 H.McNeilly
  Day 2: Another fun packed day in Valkenburg! After breakfast at 8 a.m. this morning, everyone set off on what was yet another bright but windy day to begin a very full itinerary. A short walk took the children to explore the caves where they saw statues, art work and a finale of a light show with cool music to finish the trip off. Next on the agenda was a shopping spree, where apparently some purchasing of gifts/souvenirs for home happened!! After shopping, a bite of lunch was devoured in the park. The next stop was the Margraten War Cemetery, where the children’s behaviour was impeccable, as they walked quietly around, showing great respect and having great historical discussions. 
  Following the cemetery, the children thoroughly enjoyed walking from the Netherlands, into Belgium, and then into Germany - the famous point where the three countries meet!!! A little play in the park was in order afterwards where most children got covered in sand, but sure that's the sign of good fun...isn't it? Having worked up a good appetite with all the walking they had done, fish and chips were devoured by all for tea. The very full and exciting day was rounded off with a game of 10pin bowling this evening followed by the writing of postcards for home, so keep an eye on those letterboxes over the next week. All are now relaxing before getting a good sleep for another jam packed day tomorrow ...which I'm told involves a theme park and some swimming. All children (and staff) are in great form and lots of fun and laughter is being had. 

  

• Holland Trip Day 1

  Sat 06 May 2017 H. McNeilly
  Day 1: Everyone has arrived safely and, as you read this, the children are all tucked up in bed for the night! The flight went without any hitches. A very smooth journey with no turbulence and a customary round of applause for the pilot on landing. The lovely coach driver is the same driver as last year which makes life a lot easier for the staff. Stop one today was the buzzing city of Amsterdam. Highlights today included a canal cruise down one of Amsterdam's canals, taking in all the city's sights and attractions. The children saw Anne Frank's house from the boat and a large cruise ship. Next stop was a bite of lunch in Dam Square where the children were entertained by a 91 year old English bomber pilot from WW2 telling them stories and adventures from his life. Leaving Amsterdam, the children and staff arrived in Valkenburg 2 and a half hours later to a hearty meal of tomato soups, chicken & chips and Vienetta. After an hour walk around the town to take in some of its highlights, the children came back to relax and have a few fantas and cokes at the hotel before a well deserved rest for the night.  An early night to recharge the batteries for all the thrills and excitement in store tomorrow which include a visit to the caves, where 3 countries meet and most importantly.....some shopping. 😊

• Gallery update

  Wed 03 May 2017

   Check out what we get up to in CPS by visiting our gallery of pictures.

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