Supporting our Local Soup Kitchen

At IPS, we believe that education extends far beyond the four walls of a classroom. While academic excellence is a cornerstone of our curriculum, we are equally committed to nurturing compassionate, globally-minded citizens. One of the most tangible ways we bring these values to life is through our long-standing partnership with the Soup Kitchen Maria de Nazaré.

To support this incredible work, IPS holds a monthly vegetable collection. Each month, children are asked if they can bring in an ingredient; be it carrots, onions, or potatoes. To add a sprinkle of excitement and healthy competition, we integrate this into our House System.

The House that brings in the most of their assigned “Vegetable of the Month” earns house points, but the real reward is how the children can visualise exactly how their contribution helps. A single bag of carrots brought from home becomes part of a massive, steaming pot of soup that feeds hundreds of people.

We choose to do this monthly rather than as a one-off annual drive for a specific reason - consistency. Charity is not a calendar event; it is a mindset. By making the collection a monthly rhythm, our students learn that hunger and need are ongoing, and therefore, our support must be steadfast.

By participating in the Maria de Nazaré collection, our students aren't just bringing in a vegetable; they are practicing the art of caring for their neighbours.