20260706 Confucius Institute in Sofia Participated in No.159 Primary School's Summer Day Camp Program

On July 6, the Confucius Institute in Sofia was invited to participate in the summer day camp program organized by No.159 Primary School "Vasil Levski" in Sofia. More than 40 participants attended the event, including the school's principal, Krasimira Kirova, teachers from the Confucius Institute in Sofia, as well as students, teachers, and parents from the school.

The Confucius Institute in Sofia organized a series of engaging Chinese cultural workshops, offering participants the opportunity to experience Chinese calligraphy, Peking Opera mask painting, traditional paper-cutting, interactive Chinese audio book reading, shuttlecock kicking, and the Five-in-a-Row game. These hands-on activities attracted enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, and parents, allowing them to immerse themselves in the unique charm of traditional Chinese culture.

The summer day camp program was established by Sofia Municipality and provides daytime care for primary school students in Grades 1–4 during the summer vacation. Through a variety of educational and recreational activities, including games, sports, and arts, the program aims to foster children's potential.

Founded in 1879, No.159 Primary School "Vasil Levski" is one of Sofia's long-established public schools with a history of more than 100 years. This marked the first time that the Confucius Institute in Sofia participated in the school's summer program, where its activities were warmly welcomed by students, teachers, and parents alike. Looking ahead, the Confucius Institute in Sofia will continue to strengthen its exchanges and cooperation with No.159 Primary School in Sofia.

Source: Confucius Institute in Sofia

Text and photos: Li Xinmei

Reviewed by: Chen Ying, Aksiniya Koleva, Ding Chen

English translation: Dima Pironkova