Every Christmas, our staff are always overwhelmed by the amazing generosity of parents buying cards and presents for them. We certainly don’t expect them but this year we would like to encourage you to donate a pound or two to East Belfast Mission's 'Neighbours in Need 2018' appeal instead. They are trying to raise £7000 to support 1,000 local families in need by offering Christmas hampers. These hampers may be their only hope of having a family Christmas dinner.

We understand that some children enjoy handing over gifts to their teachers and assistants so we are sending home some Christmas envelopes next week to make it a little more fun. Thanks in advance for your support of a very worthwhile cause.