All about Saint Nicholas

The Imps have been learning all about their class saint called Saint Nicholas. The Imps celebrated their class saint with a Saint Nicholas Day. They learnt all about Saint Nicholas and why he was so special. 

Fun Facts about Saint Nicholas

 He was born in Turkey and died in Turkey, although he was Greek.

 Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of children and sailors. 

The tradition of Christmas presents came from St. Nicholas' habit of giving gifts to people in secret.

The feast of Saint Nicholas is celebrated on December 6th.

Nicholas means 'people's victory' in greek. 

Saint Nicholas was one of the youngest bishops, becoming bishop at just 30 years old.