Highcliffe School's Charity Milestone

Highcliffe School is immensely proud of the tireless commitment that our students, staff and parents show in raising money for good causes.

Charity events can range from activities that involve the whole school, such as the Big Walk, which raises thousands of pounds, be the focus of many year group activities, or be organised by small groups and individuals, such as sponsored silences and cake sales.

Over time, even the smallest contributions can add up to a surprising amount. This was the case recently, when Highcliffe School was contacted by Julia’s House to inform us that over the last ten years, Highcliffe has raised a superb £10,000 for them. Julia’s House is Dorset’s only hospice dedicated to children with life-limiting conditions and is a regular charity focus across the school.

To celebrate this achievement, representatives from Julia’s House are visiting the School on a number of different days to deliver assemblies to every year group, explaining the work that they do and passing on their thanks to all the pupils for their hard work and support. In a recent visit, Laura Kelly, Community Fundraiser met with Headteacher, Patrick Earnshaw and members of the School Council to do just this.

"We at Julia's House would like to thank the staff and students of Highcliffe School for their generosity. We are immensely grateful that the school have continually supported us over the years and have been delighted to deliver assemblies to every year group. Highcliffe School has raised an incredible £10,000 which will pay for more than 330 hours of care. Our respite care means so much to parents who are looking after a very sick child 24 hours a day. It gives them time out with their partners, their other children or simply a chance to catch up with some day-to-day tasks, safe in the knowledge their child is being looked after by people they know and trust. Thank you so much Highcliffe School, your support really will make a difference."

Laura Kelly, Community Fundraiser at Julia's House

Julia’s House will continue to be a key charity focus for Highcliffe School. All money raised will help Julia's House continue to maximise and enrich the life quality of Dorset-based children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and support their families and loved ones. Look out for our next fund raising efforts and please do what you can to support this very worthwhile cause!

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