Caring Sutton school raises vital cash for John Eastwood Hospice

Staff and students at Leamington Primary & Nursery Academy raise charity cash via fun run

Staff and students at Sutton’s Leamington Primary & Nursery Academy held a Blue Run event to raise money for the John Eastwood Hospice.

Children wearing blue for their charity fun run at Leamington Primary Academy in Sutton. | Elliott Christie

placeholder image — Children wearing blue for their charity fun run at Leamington Primary Academy in Sutton. | Elliott Christie

Participants were invited to attend the event, which raised £2,642, wearing blue as they ran around the school field to show their support for the chaity.

Headteacher Kaye Burnett said her school was proud to support the good cause.

“The hospice is close to the heart of our school. I am so proud of the school community for coming together to raise such an incredible amount of money,” she said. “My staff are committed to providing fun for the children but also raising funds for such a worthy cause.

“The success of the day was thanks to the generosity, compassion and community spirit that are at the heart of Leamington Primary Academy, with pupils, staff and families all playing their part in supporting the John Eastwood Hospice.”

The day also featured a range of fun activities, including a popular penalty shootout and other games and activities pupils during lunchtime.