During their visit, the students had the opportunity to experience daily school life by following their Greenshaw buddies to lessons and taking part in a wide range of subjects.

Throughout the week, the visitors joined classes in PE and dance, as well as science, maths and English lessons and, of course, Spanish. They were easy to spot around the school in their bright blue hoodies, as they explored the school and took part in activities alongside their peers.They also seemed to bring the Spanish sunshine with them, as the weather during their visit was lovely and sunny.

The Spanish students and their teachers commented on how much they enjoyed the strong sense of community and the friendly atmosphere at Greenshaw. Our student buddies were praised for their kindness, responsibility and for making the visitors feel so welcome during their time at the school.

Monica, one of the visiting Spanish teachers, shared a touching moment, explaining that she saw one of her students smiling for the first time ever – a testament to the warmth and inclusivity shown by the Greenshaw community.

The visiting teachers also became involved in school life, helping out in lessons and supporting students. In particular, they worked with Year 13 students who are preparing for their Spanish speaking exams, giving them valuable practice with native speakers.

It was a wonderful opportunity for cultural exchange, and we hope to welcome our Spanish friends back to Greenshaw again in the future.

Ms Z Coates, Lead practitioner MFL