Sean Steur and Yoane Wissa create Premier League Primary Stars magic in school

Newcastle United’s Sean Steur and Yoane Wissa brought a sporting twist to the school day as they joined pupils on the sports field and in the classroom learning with Newcastle United Foundation.

Before heading overseas over the international break with the Netherlands Under-21s and DR Congo respectively, Steur and Wissa spent time with children at St. Columba’s Primary School, in Wallsend, taking part in the Foundation’s Premier League Primary Stars delivery.

The visit gave pupils the opportunity to meet the players in their own school, putting a special spotlight on a programme which aims to engage children both in and outside the classroom through physical activity and inclusive learning.

Children had the opportunity to quiz players on their matchday preparations and careers, with their pair stressing the importance of physical activity, inclusion and working hard to achieve their goals.

Gav Ferry, Senior Learning and Skills Manager at Newcastle United Foundation: “It was a special opportunity for pupils to spend time with the players both inside and outside the classroom which definitely brought some extra excitement to the school day.

“Through Premier League Primary Stars, we use football to support learning and encourage children to be active and know the positive impact players have in helping to make sessions memorable.”

Premier League Primary Stars is the Premier League’s primary school education programme. Funded by the Premier League, through the Premier League Foundation, the programme uses the appeal of football to help children to be active and develop essential life skills.

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