Tara Murray
Kings Park Primary School was array of colours on Friday as pupils returned to school after two weeks of lockdown.
Pupils and teachers wore something that made them feel happy, whether it be their favourite dress up costume, favourite colour, favorite sports team or just a favorite hat or jumper.
Teacher Hatice Rifat said they wanted to make the return to school enjoyable after a couple of tough weeks of lockdown.
“We knew there may again be a level of anxiety as the community continues to grapple with the pandemic and its impact on our lives,” she said.
“As leaders in our community, we have a role to play in reducing that anxiety through providing certainty where we can for students and families.
“To honour this we had a fun Friday hayy day theme.”
The school’s media and visual arts teachers also made a video to welcome all pupils back.
Throughout the day Pharrell Williams’ song Happy was played on the PA system, with pupils stopping and dancing when it came on.
There was also prizes handed out throughout the day.
