Academy Christmas Charity Drive Brings Joy with Generous Donations and a Sweet Bake Sale

The festive spirit is alive and well this Christmas season as our House Councils organised charity drives. With food bank donations, a bake sale, and incredible enthusiasm, the events highlighted the power of the Academy's community. 

Lancaster House Hosts Bake Sale for Charity

Lancaster House kicked things off with a fantastic bake sale, fully organised and run by the Student Council, under the leadership of the House Captains and Student Council Chair. The team’s organisation and enthusiasm shone through, as they curated an incredible selection of baked goods. Mrs Taylor, Head of Lancaster, said, "It was a lovely event for a well-deserved cause."

The bake sale raised an impressive £97.70, which will go directly to Lancaster House’s chosen charity, Operations Community Hamper. This organisation supports vulnerable individuals and families, providing vital assistance to those facing challenging life circumstances.

Windsor House Spreads Festive Joy with Food Bank Donations

Windsor House made its mark by collecting donations for a local food bank, encouraging students to contribute and spread holiday cheer to families in need. The response was heartwarming, with generous contributions from Windsor students. The local food bank expressed gratitude for the support, and the Windsor House community showcased the true spirit of giving this Christmas.

Stuart House Partners with Trussell Trust Foodbank

Stuart House took on the Trussell Trust Foodbank in Weston-super-Mare as their chosen charity. Students were asked to bring in donations, with a little extra incentive: the tutor group that contributed the most would enjoy a celebration breakfast in the Green Room.

The response was remarkable, with all tutor groups stepping up to the challenge and contributing an impressive amount of goods. Ultimately, SLA took the crown, earning a breakfast of croissants and hot chocolate for their efforts. Mrs Hayne commented, “All of Stuart House did a fantastic job, and we’re so proud of the impact we’ve made for the food bank. Thank you, Stuart House!”

The Academy’s Christmas charity drive highlighted the kindness, generosity, and teamwork of students and staff. 

A big thank you to Lancaster, Windsor, and Stuart Houses for embodying the holiday spirit and making this year’s charity drive a success!