Meet Bene, Our Canine Friend

Ying Wa is abuzz with excitement this term as we welcome our only male 'student' called Bene. He is the only one with permission to lie down and dream during class, but in return for this privilege, he has to perform the special duty of guiding his visually impaired buddy, Sharon, around the school.  Bene’s name is the Latin word for ‘good’ and he is truly well-mannered.  This two-year-old golden Labrador has charmed his way into the hearts of many other girls.
‘Bene’ also means ‘a blessing or prayer’. True to his name, this intelligent guide dog is helping to promote an inclusive environment at school where the able-bodied and disabled students learn to accept and grow in respect for one another. Such an experience nurtures our students to live in a barrier-free society.