Day 4 began with another bright, sunny morning, with temperatures already climbing above 20°C by breakfast—perfect conditions for another busy and rewarding day.

By 9am, pupils were ready to set off from the hotel, full of energy and anticipation. The first stop was Bright Minds School, a relatively new addition to the area, having opened just two years ago. Supported by Project Gambia, the school has benefited greatly from donated resources and classroom equipment sent from the UK over the past year.

Now in their fourth day in The Gambia, pupils showed just how much their confidence has grown. They were eager to get involved, working closely with children in the nursery and Primary 1 classes. The excitement was mutual—local children warmly welcomed our pupils, proudly sharing their work while also teaching them new games and songs. It was a wonderful cultural exchange, filled with laughter and learning on both sides.

Later in the day, pupils returned to St. Peter’s School, where they have been working hard decorating classrooms. This time, however, the school was in session, giving pupils the chance to see firsthand how their efforts are already enhancing the learning environment. After spending time in lessons with the children, everyone headed outside for some end-of-day fun. A lively game of “What’s the Time, Mr Wolf?” quickly became a favourite.

Once the school day ended and the children headed home, pupils had a few more hours to continue their classroom projects. Inspired by the children’s reactions earlier in the day, they worked with renewed motivation. The progress has been impressive, and with just a few more hours, their creative masterpieces will be complete.

Of course, no day would be complete without some well-earned relaxation. Back at the hotel, pupils wasted no time diving into the pool, making great use of their recently purchased beach ball in an enthusiastic game of water volleyball.

Now at the halfway point of the trip, it’s a great moment to reflect. The pupils have been incredible—demonstrating enthusiasm, teamwork, and resilience every step of the way. We’re excited to see what the rest of the journey will bring