Children at Red Boots children's department of the Foundation
for Conductive Education received an extra special surprise after
performing their annual school panto when Santa stopped by for an
unexpected visit.
With Father Christmas delivering chocolates and gifts to the 15
thespians who performed Three Little Pigs for family, friends and
supporters of the charity, everyone found themselves in the festive
mood.
A Birmingham based service, Red Boots works to improve the lives
of children with neurological movement disorders through conductive
education; helping to develop movement, communication, self-care
and social skills through the use of challenging and focused
activity.
After a Christmas sing song, followed by the play for a
delighted audience, the children made their way to the after party
where Santa made his entrance.
Following the performance medical law expert Tom Riis-Bristow
from Irwin Mitchell, which supports the charity throughout the
year, had to leave the festivities unexpectedly. But his colleague
Sara Burns was able to accompany the jolly big man to his special
appearance and helped hand out the tasty treats.
She said: "It was such a wonderful day to see all the children
enjoying themselves, singing, dancing and performing to their
families and friends.
"The whole event felt really Christmassy and it was a privilege
to be a part of such a rewarding day for everyone."
Wendy Baker, Director of Red Boots Children's Services, said:
"The visit from Santa was the icing on the Christmas cake for our
children! They were able to showcase the skills they have learnt
throughout the year in their performance.
"Parents and visitors were able to see the children's all-round
development in areas such as communication, independence and
movement. Irwin Mitchell work with the Foundation throughout the
year showing their corporate responsibility and the children now
know many of the team. We would like to thank them for their
on-going support."