Pupils of St Thomas Cantilupe CE Primary School raise funds for the College as part of the Archbishops' Young Leader Award

In July, the pupils of Class 4 at St Thomas Cantilupe Church of England Primary School organised a fete as part of their Archbishops' Young Leader Award. This initiative aims to foster confidence, teamwork, and resilience among pupils, empowering them to make a positive difference in their communities. For their project, Class 4 decided to hold a fete which would raise funds for the Royal National College for the Blind (RNC).

Pictured: Back row L-R: Katy Harris, Class 4 teacher and Melanie Denning RNC's Fundraising Manager with Class 4 pupils. Two pupils at the front proudly display their framed Young Leader Award

Under the guidance of their teacher, Ms. Katy Harris, the students planned a fantastic fete and devised a range of engaging stalls to entertain and raise money. Visitors to the fete were invited to participate in activities like the "tin can alley" and the intriguing "what's in the box?" challenge, and there was no shortage of delicious cakes to enjoy.

The event was a tremendous success, thanks to the dedication and effort of the pupils, as well as the support received from their friends, families, and school staff. Together, they raised an impressive total of £106.

The connection between the Young Leaders' Award and the College is particularly meaningful, as the Archbishop of York, a Vice Patron of RNC, helped introduce the Young Leaders' Award in 2009.

Congratulations and thank you to Class 4 at St Thomas Cantilupe School for their outstanding contribution to their community and for raising funds for RNC which will positively impact the lives of young people with visual impairment.