In celebration of World Safari Day on 25 November, schools across Norwich and Norfolk are set to welcome some towering new classmates!

More than 60 mini giraffe sculptures, affectionately named Mini Gs, will be delivered by local removal firm Hamiltons, ready for students to unleash their creativity on. Once decorated they will join the larger giraffes, elephants, rhinos, lions and gorillas in June 2025 and will form a trail of their own across Norwich under the trails Learning & Community Programme.

One of the schools participating is the Clare School, a complex needs school based in Norwich, whose Mini G was donated by local events company Production Bureau. Commenting on their involvement Head Teacher Rebecca Wicks says: "We are absolutely thrilled to join GoGoSafari for the first time, thanks to the kind support of Production Bureau. This incredible opportunity allows every child, regardless of their disability, to contribute to decorating our Mini G. It’s a chance for us to showcase what our amazing students can achieve and seeing their work displayed in the city will be a really proud moment for them.”

Aimed to inspire creativity, imagination, nurture confidence and improve the artistic skills in those involved, the 65 Mini Gs will be carefully transported to their new homes by local removal firm Hamiltons, who will be delivering the sculptures. Michael Sawyer, Managing Director says: "We're thrilled to be part of the GoGoSafari trail and supporting the amazing work Break do across the region. We’re looking forward to making sure the Mini Gs arrive safely at their new homes!”

With just a small handful of Mini Gs remaining, this is the final chance for schools and community groups to be part of this exciting safari adventure. Secure your spot before they’re gone for good by emailing fundraising@break-charity.org.

Image 1: Children and staff from Clare School in Norwich receive their Mini G from the Go Go Safari Team and Hamiltons. (Image: Sonya Duncan, EDP)

Image 2: Peter Marron, Rebecca Wcks, Sam Langlois, Jay Willett. (Image: Sonya Duncan, EDP)