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- Santa school in London held its annual training to prepare Father Christmases for the festive season, focusing on role skills and child interaction.
- The event, organised by Ministry of Fun, included Santas, elves, and Mrs Clauses sharing experiences and learning to enhance the Christmas experience.
- Trainees also learned Christmas-related sign language to better communicate with all children visiting Santa during the holiday period.
LONDON: Santa school was in full swing as Father Christmases gathered in London on Thursday (November 12) to brush up on their festive skills and what it takes to 'ho-ho-ho.'
The annual training day is designed to prepare Santas for the busy festive season, with trainees learning how to perfect the role of the man in the red suit and how to interact with children over Christmas.
The school, organised by event company Ministry of Fun, brought together Santas, elves, and Mrs Clauses to share experiences, practice belly laughs and learn how to bring the magic of Christmas to life.
One of the school's best, Santa Mal, said getting all the Santas in one room is beneficial as they “share stories and experiences about how the grottos are, what we can do to be better,” he said. Adding that he wants to make this year, “even more magical for the families and children that we see.”
As well as traditional training, the trainees learned Christmas-related sign language, in a way to be able to interact with every child who comes to meet Santa.
Managing Director of Ministry of Fun, Matt Grist, said preparations for Christmas begin months in advance.
“The real Santa phones us up and says, yeah, we're on, we need your help again this year. Mrs Claus and I at the North Pole need your help,” he said. “So it starts early, and it's wonderful, and it's joyous.”
