The elderly club members were treated to a free shampoo, set and blow dry by our year 12 and 13 students as well as a manicure and a hand and arm massage by our year 10 students, followed by some light refreshment and a film.

Freda Wellington was delighted with her pampering session after having a full hand and arm massage and manicure, she also commented that this was her third year coming to the Harris Academy at Peckham and as alway, the student were extremely professional

The 14 club members were  then treated to a magnificent 3 course Christmas lunch prepared by our BTEC Hospitality Students which consisted of :

Starter:

Pumpkin soup

Salmon parcels in a bed of lettuce with a creme fresh fusion of dill.

Main course:

Roast Turkey or Pork served with roast potatoes, brussel sprouts,carrots and mini sausages wrapped in bacon 

Dessert:

West Indian black cake or sponge apple crumble cake serve with cream or custard

followed by

Cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee

Joyce Thomas the club secretary has been coming to our academy for 5 years and she stated 'the lunch was superb just like what you would get in any restaurant. The service and students are super, we always have a wonderful time here'

Maureen Denny attended for the first time and said she loved every minute as she had never been pampered in her life and can't wait to come again.

The members of the club usually meet on a Monday at Peckham Settlement as its an opportunity for them to get out and meet other people. At the club they get involved in activites such as bingo and are given light refreshments such as  tea and coffee while they have a good chat and catch up on the weeks events. Sadly many of the members live alone and this is the only time they get to socialise.   

The day was thoroughly enjoyed by staff, students and especially our guests from the Peckham Settlement multicultural club who left the academy totally uplifted by their experience.

Well done to all the staff and students involved for all their efforts.