Blaengwawr Primary School

I grew up and spent some of my childhood in Aberdare, Wales, attending Blaengwawr Primary School situated in Aberaman. I have very happy memories of Blaengwawr School. 

My childhood was uprooted many times, and I have lived in Wales, England, Ireland, Iran, Oman, United Arab Emirates, and Nigeria, so I recognise and value the importance of a safe space for children to learn and thrive. This is why, I have chosen to support Blaengwawr Primary School this year in providing the school with financial aid so that they can purchase outdoor games for the children. 

It is my sincere hope that this will bring the children joy, and make school a fun place to learn. Aberdare faces significant poverty, with rates of child poverty exceeding the Welsh average. It’s important to me, to make school a space for children to thrive, learn, play and enjoy the friendships they make.

I have been invited to attend the school in November, to meet the children and to speak at a short assembly. I am looking forward to this opportunity, and hope that I can inspire the younger generation especially any children who may be facing the same difficulties that I did at their age.