Santander International sponsors Jersey Festival of Words Schools Programme

For the second year running we have sponsored the Jersey Festival of Words Schools Programme which enabled local children to attend one of the many book-based events from 27 - 28 September, free of charge. The Jersey Opera House came alive as over 2,000 enthusiastic children got to engage and interact with authors of their favourite books – Robin Etherington (Freaky and Fearless), Andrew Cope (Spy Dog), Laura Ellen Anderson (Amelia Fang) and Mark Frost (The awesome book of space). Our MD, James Pountney also helped judge the Farrago poetry slam final, alongside Lauren Pollock and Jess Perchard – well done to all the inspirational poets who took to the stage. Another memorable event which we’re proud to support #jerseywordfest