Students from Lift Broadlands in Keynsham have brought the excitement of the Winter Olympics to a local care home, sharing smiles, laughter and friendly competition with residents.
The students hosted a special Tabletop Winter Olympics event at Meryton Place, transforming an afternoon into a celebration of sport, teamwork and community spirit.
Inspired by Team GB’s record-breaking performance at this year’s Games, including three gold medals, the students created their own mini Olympic-style activities for residents to enjoy.
Indoor games included curling and ski jumping challenges, with residents encouraged to take part, cheer each other on and celebrate every success.
The event created a lively atmosphere, with staff and residents praising the students for their enthusiasm, creativity and kindness throughout the afternoon.
Lift Broadlands regularly encourages students to take part in community activities, helping them develop confidence, teamwork and empathy through real-world experiences.
Visits like this also create valuable intergenerational connections, bringing joy to care home residents while giving students the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Ms Laura Stone, Principal at Lift Broadlands, 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.”
She added, “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.”
She added, “We’re very grateful to the students and look forward to welcoming them back for more events later this year.”
