Rebecca / Stephen's class
W/b 19/01: Big G took the Elim work experience group to see Stormont Parliament Buildings. We met Stephen Dunn MLA, and Marilyn and Becky gave us a great tour of some of the rooms. We saw where all the big decisions and laws are made, and some of us even had a go on the microphone! We were super excited to be able to go out onto the balcony and look at the beautiful view of the grounds!
We made our own dough and practiced using a knife and fork properly. We set the table including glassware, cutlery and even napkins!
Happy new year! We hope everyone had a lovely winter break! We have started back into 2026 with a very busy schedule as ever! For the first time this year, we have been to the gym on Friday. Rebecca’s group went to Aurora in Bangor and Stephen’s group went to Newtownards. We were given gym inductions by personal trainers and had a go on some of the machines and equipment! What a fantastic experience! Look forward to going again next week!
In our final week of 2025, we had a pj day with Christmas films and hot chocolate, made our own Hive Christmas Dinner, visited the Belfast Markets, and went to see Jack Frost at The Mac! We wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
WB 1/12: I'm sure you're all aware of how hard we are working at the moment, to make our 2025 pantomime spectacular! As well as this, we've been spreading some Christmas cheer by making decorations to sell at our KHS Christmas Fayre, and some of us even painted the window of Rainey's Chip Shop in Donagahdee! Amazing work everyone!
WB 24/11: this was our last week of work experience of 2025. At Bangor Elim, some community police officers came along to see the fantastic work we have been doing. We had some great discussions with them, and even had the opportunity to try on part of the uniform!
WB 17/11: we have been learning some really important life lessons, and of course getting ready for Christmas too!
W.b 10/11: here are some photos from this week. LifeLit delivered a really interesting session with us about making brain connections and developing confidence when trying something new, it was great fun!
In our first week back after half term, we’ve been working super hard on doing travel training, work experience and leisure for life.
WB 13/10: Some highlights from this week, including our Cash For Kids activities, some work experience and photos from options morning!
Stay tuned for some exciting activities next week as we raise money for our Cash For Kids challenge! We kicked things off this Friday with our big whole-school spinathon! Four and a half hours of cycling by staff and students alike!
Our first sessions of group work experience at Bangor Elim have been going well! We have the opportunity to experience a range of different skills and settings, including organising produce in the food bank, serving customers in the cafe, and even car valeting! Well done to everyone involved for trying new things and working hard!
We marked Recycling Week by researching the environmental impact of waste disposal, and made some fabulous posters to remind people of the importance of recycling!
Skills and Employment Support Clinic
Fun in the Park
Week beginning 8th September: Well done everyone for a great week of “firsts”! From first days at work experience, first attempts at Duke of Edinburgh ‘skills’, first time at the Donaghadee Golf Club, first days in the new Hive building, and first time hosting the Beehive Cafe. We’re all super proud of how well you’ve settled in to the new routines already!
