Cracking Christmas jumpers!

West Walton school pupils don festive knitwear to raise money for charity

“Events like Christmas Jumper Day are important to Marshland High School, because they help build a sense of community, and bring students and staff together in a fun way,” says Assistant Headteacher Claire Whitehouse.

“They also raise money for good causes, encouraging students to appreciate the value of kindness, and the positive impact their actions can have.”

Pupils swapped blazers for winter woollies in aid of Save the Children, with staff also lending their support to the annual appeal.

The charity started Christmas Jumper Day in 2012 - and 30 million's been raised since then to help children around the globe. 

And it's not the only act of kindness taking place at Marshland.

“Students are currently putting together shoe boxes of toiletries and small gifts for women and children at the local refuge, with an aim to let them know they are not alone at Christmas,” continues Mrs Whitehouse.

“There is also a collection for socks, hats, and gloves for the homeless. It is hoped that these collections make students recognise that even a small gesture can have a great impact on someone’s life.”

All images Ian Burt