WILLEMSTAD – More than 11,000 primary school students across Curaçao are participating today, Friday April 24, in the 14th edition of the King’s Games, an annual event focused on promoting healthy lifestyles among children.
A total of 52 schools have registered for this year’s activities. The day began with all participating students receiving a free breakfast, emphasizing the importance of starting the day with proper nutrition.
Governor Mauritsz de Kort officially opened the King’s Games at 8:30 a.m. at the CVV Willemstad sports field, where Klein College is hosting its sports and games program. The choice of location also marks a milestone, as Klein College is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
The King’s Games go beyond a traditional sports day. The initiative aims to highlight the importance of healthy eating habits, physical activity and the role of sports and play in children’s daily lives. The free breakfast provided to students is a key part of that message.
The event was first introduced in 2013 in connection with the inauguration of King Willem-Alexander and has since grown into a recurring annual tradition for primary schools throughout the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Activities are taking place across the island throughout the day, with schools organizing a variety of sports and recreational programs for their students.